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Methacrylic acid (stab. with 100-250ppm MEHQ)
Methacrylic acid (stab. with 100–250 ppm MEHQ) is a reactive monomer used in the production of polymers, coatings, adhesives, and specialty chemicals. It is stabilized with MEHQ to prevent premature polymerization. CAS: 79-41-4, molecular formula: C4H6O2, molecular weight: 86.09 g/mol, stored at ambient temperature. Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Methacrylic acid (stab. with 100–250 ppm MEHQ) from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Methacrylic acid (stab. with 100–250 ppm MEHQ) is a reactive monomer used in the production of polymers, coatings, adhesives, and specialty chemicals. It is stabilized with MEHQ to prevent premature polymerization. CAS: 79-41-4, molecular formula: C4H6O2, molecular weight: 86.09 g/mol, stored at ambient temperature. Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Methacrylic acid (stab. with 100–250 ppm MEHQ) from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear colourless liquid |
| Water | <0.5% |
| Assay GC | >98% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 67 C |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 79-41-4 |
| Molecular Formula | CH2C(CH3)COOH |
| Molecular Weight | 86.09 |
| SMILES | CC(=C)C(=O)O |
| EC / UN Number | 2531 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29161300 |
| Tariff Code | 2916130090 |
Safety & GHS
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Compressed Gas
GHS04
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Corrosive
GHS05
Hazard statements
- H302+332 Harmful if swallowed or inhaled
- H311 Toxic in contact with skin
- H314 (sub cat. 1A) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is methacrylic acid used for?
Methacrylic acid is primarily used in the production of polymers and copolymers for applications such as coatings, adhesives, and water treatment chemicals.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of methacrylic acid?
The formula is CH2C(CH3)COOH with a molecular weight of 86.09 g/mol.
How should methacrylic acid be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from light and heat, and kept away from incompatible materials.
What grade of methacrylic acid does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies methacrylic acid stabilized with 100–250 ppm MEHQ, suitable for industrial and research applications.
Can Molekula supply methacrylic acid in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply methacrylic acid in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and logistics.
What documentation comes with a purchase of methacrylic acid?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) compliant with GHS standards.
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