Poly(methyl methacrylate), MW 15000

CAS Number:
9011-14-7
Linear Formula:

[CH2C(CH3)(CO2CH3)]n

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Catalog Number Unit Size Price QTY
26293-50 50g
$90.00
26293-100 100g
$150.00
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Methyl methacrylate polymer (PMMA) is hard, stable, non-yellowing polymer used in coating and in molded clear plastic objects.

SYNONYMS: poly(methyl 2-methylpropenoate), PMMA, Poly(methacrylic acid methyl ester), Methyl methacrylate homopolymer

Application(s):
Coatings, lenses, clear molded plastic objects, transparent glass substitute
Shipping Requirements:
None
Refractive Index:
1.490
Density:
1.20 g/mL
Solubility:
Chloroform, Dichloromethane, Toluene, Acetone, Benzene, Tetrahydrofuran, Methyl ethyl ketone
Appearance:
Powder
Molecular Weight:
~15,000
Glass Transition Temperature, Tg (ºC):
88°C

Reineke, J. et al. Can bioadhesive nanoparticles allow for more effective particle uptake from the small intestine? Journal of Controlled Release 170, 477–484 (2013). doi:10.1016/j.jconrel.2013.05.043  

Haggenmueller, R., et al. "Aligned single-wall carbon nanotubes in composites by melt processing methods." Chemical physics letters 330.3-4 (2000): 219-225.

Hazards:
Harmless-use normal precautions
Handling:
Exercise normal care
Storage:
Room temperature
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