Methyl Acrylate, Methyl Acrylate Monomer, Methyl-2-Acrylate, MA, 96-33-3

Methyl Acrylate, Methyl Acrylate Monomer, Methyl-2-Acrylate, MA, 96-33-3

Methyl Acrylate is an ester of acrylic acid with the chemical formula C4H6O2. It is commonly used as a monomer in the production of polymers.

Physical Properties:

• Color: Colorless liquid

• Density: 0.956 g/cm³ (at 20°C)

• Melting Point: -75°C

• Boiling Point: 80°C

• Solubility in Water: 5% (at 20°C)

• Vapor Pressure: 90.5 mbar (at 20°C)

Chemical Properties:

• Molecular Formula: C4H6O2

• Molecular Weight: 86.09 g/mol

• CAS Number: 96-33-3

Applications:

• Polymer Production: Used to create homopolymers and copolymers.

• Coatings: Used in the production of paints and varnishes.

• Adhesives: Used in adhesive formulations.

• Textiles: Used in textile coatings.

• Paper: Used in paper coatings and production.

• Leather: Used in leather impregnation compositions.

Methyl Acrylate is produced by the acid-catalyzed esterification of acrylic acid with methanol. It polymerizes easily, so commercial preparations often contain polymerization inhibitors such as hydroquinone.

Other Names:

• Methyl-2-acrylate

• Methyl acrylate (stabilized with hydroquinone)

• MA

• 96-33-3 (CAS number)