MMA Monomer

MMA Monomer has the molecular formula C₅H₈O₂. It is colorless and transparent with a slightly pungent odor, exhibiting strong volatility and excellent polymerization reactivity. Under the action of an initiator, it readily polymerizes to form polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA, acrylic/plexiglass), achieving a light transmittance of up to 92%, superior to ordinary glass, while also possessing excellent weather resistance.

Core Quality Parameters

- Purity: ≥99.9%

- Acidity (as methacrylic acid): ≤0.02%

- Moisture: ≤0.03%

- Polymerization Rate: Meets industrial application standards

- CAS Number: 80-62-6

- Molecular Weight: 100.12 This product is manufactured using mature and advanced esterification, refining, and distillation processes, effectively removing impurities such as aldehydes, acids, and moisture, ensuring long-term product stability and industrial suitability.

Product Specifications 

Structure

Main Application Areas and Real-world Application Cases

1. Building Materials Industry: Acrylic Glass Sheets for Architectural Lighting

PMMA sheets synthesized from MMA Monomer weigh only half as much as ordinary glass, have 10 times the impact strength of ordinary glass, and are resistant to UV radiation and do not easily yellow.

A large Middle Eastern construction company used our MMA monomers to produce 20,000 square meters of PMMA skylights for a commercial complex's canopy wall. The panels offer 90% natural light transmittance, are stable for 15 years without yellowing, and reduce building energy consumption by 30%.

2. Coatings and Adhesives Industry: High-End Acrylic Formulation Raw Material

In the automotive and furniture industries, MMA-based acrylic coatings exhibit strong adhesion, wear resistance, and excellent weather resistance.

A Southeast Asian coatings manufacturer used our MMA monomer to formulate water-based automotive topcoats, resulting in a 40% improvement in UV resistance, an 8-year lifespan, and full compliance with EU environmental standards.

3. Electronics and Optics Industry: Optical Components and Display Equipment

Leveraging its ultra-high transmittance and stable optical performance, MMA monomers can be used to produce precision components such as optical fibers, optical lenses, and LCD light guide plates.

A European electronics manufacturer purchased MMA monomers from us to mass-produce 500,000 LCD backlight modules. The modules achieve a light uniformity of 91% and a haze as low as 0.5%, meeting the high-precision requirements of high-end display products.

4. Other Application Areas

Medical Applications: Dental restorative materials, orthopedic bone cement;

Plastic Modification: Preparation of MBS and ACR additives to improve the impact resistance of PVC;

Textiles and Leather: Used as a finishing agent to enhance the texture and durability of fabrics and leather.

Core Advantages

1. Strict Quality Control Throughout the Process

Our factory has established a complete quality control system from raw material inspection to finished product delivery. Each batch of products undergoes rigorous testing for purity, acidity, moisture, and polymerization performance, meeting international industrial standards and the quality requirements of various countries.

2. Stable Supply and Customized Packaging

We maintain a year-round inventory to ensure timely order delivery.

Standard packaging: 200kg galvanized iron drums, 1000kg ton containers; we support customized small-capacity trial containers and large-capacity container tanks.

Professional international logistics for dangerous goods, with direct shipping to Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Southeast Asia, etc., providing a complete set of export customs clearance documents including MSDS, COA, and dangerous goods certificates.

3. Professional Supporting Services and Small-Batch Trial Supply

We provide free 100ml-200ml samples per batch for customers to test purity, polymerization performance, and production compatibility.

We support small-batch trial orders of at least one drum to adapt to customer process testing; long-term large orders can enjoy factory-direct pricing, reducing procurement costs and increasing profit margins.

Safety Precautions

MMA Monomer is a flammable and corrosive liquid. Its vapor can form an explosive mixture with air, with an explosive volume limit of 2.1%-12.5%. It is irritating to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract.

1. Storage

Store in a cool, well-ventilated, and dry warehouse, away from open flames, heat sources, and oxidizers, and keep away from strong acids and alkalis;

2. Handling

Personnel must wear safety goggles, corrosion-resistant gloves, and respirators to avoid direct contact;

3. Transportation

Strictly comply with international dangerous goods transportation regulations and the industry standards of the importing country.

FAQ

Q1: What is the main application of your MMA Monomer?

A1: Our MMA Monomer is mainly used to produce polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA), also known as acrylic or organic glass. It is also widely used as a raw material in coatings, adhesives, electronic and optical products, plastic modifiers, textiles, and other fields. Shandong Aolansu can provide application guidance according to your specific industry needs.

Q2: How do you ensure the purity and stability of your MMA Monomer for bulk orders?

A2: As a professional China manufacturer, we have a complete quality control system. From raw material selection to production process supervision, and then to finished product testing, every link is strictly controlled. Each batch of products will be tested for purity, acidity, moisture, and other indicators, and a COA report will be provided. We ensure that the purity of each batch of MMA Monomer reaches ≥99.9% and that the performance is stable, which can meet your bulk production needs.

Q3: What safety precautions should be taken when using MMA Monomer?

A3: MMA Monomer is flammable and corrosive. It should be stored in a cool, ventilated warehouse away from open flames and heat sources, and kept separate from incompatible substances such as strong acids and alkalis. Operators must wear protective equipment such as goggles and corrosion-resistant gloves. During transportation, it must comply with international dangerous goods transportation regulations. We will provide detailed safety guidelines to ensure your safe use.