Description
MMA is produced using the acetone cyanhydrin process.
Properties
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Ability to polymerize and copolymerize with other acrylic monomers
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Thanks to its homopolymer’s high Tg (105°C), you can customize copolymer hardness using MMA
Markets and applications
Methyl methacrylate is used in the composition of polymers and copolymers, with a wide range of industrial applications, such as:
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plastics and synthetic resins (acrylic sheets)
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resins and dispersions for paints, varnishes and inks, adhesives, paper
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cleaning and waxing products
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aqueous dispersions for non-woven fabrics, textiles, paper
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synthetic rubbers and lattices
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acrylic and modacrylic fibers
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organic synthesis
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additives for fuel oils and lubricating oils
Production Facilities
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Carling (France)
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Rho (France)
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