Description

Methyl Acrylate CAS NO 96-33-3 is a versatile and highly reactive ester of acrylic acid, serving as a fundamental building block in polymer chemistry. Its primary value lies in its ability to readily undergo free-radical polymerization and copolymerization, forming polymers with excellent clarity, weather resistance, and durability. This makes it an essential raw material for manufacturers in the coatings, adhesives, textiles, and plastics industries seeking to enhance product performance.

Application

• Acrylic Polymer & Resin Production: A key monomer for manufacturing polymethyl acrylate and various acrylic copolymers used in paints, lacquers, and industrial coatings.
• Adhesive & Sealant Formulations: Imparts strong bonding properties, flexibility, and water resistance to pressure-sensitive adhesives, construction sealants, and laminating agents.
• Textile & Leather Finishing: Used in the synthesis of binders and finishing agents that provide fabrics and leather with improved handle, durability, and soil release properties.
• Paper Coating & Sizing: Enhances the strength, printability, and gloss of paper products through copolymer coatings and surface sizing applications.
• Specialty Chemical Intermediates: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of other acrylate esters, surfactants, and flocculants for water treatment.
• Impact Modifiers & Plastic Additives: Used to modify the impact strength and processing characteristics of rigid plastics like PVC.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl Acrylate
CAS No.	96-33-3
Molecular Formula	C4H6O2
Molecular Weight	86.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Acrylic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl Propenoate; 2-Propenoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl Acrylate Monomer; MA; Methyl Ester of Acrylic Acid; Methoxycarbonylethylene; Curithane 103
EINECS	202-500-6

Quality Control

Our Methyl Acrylate is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for every shipment, detailing key parameters such as purity, inhibitor content, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with global industry standards, including REACH compliance, to meet the exacting requirements of our B2B partners.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources, sparks, and open flame. Due to its highly volatile and flammable nature, storage temperatures should be maintained below 25°C (77°F). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizers, acids, bases, and polymerization initiators. Containers should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.5 %
Water Content (Karl Fischer)	≤ 0.05 %
Inhibitor (MEHQ) Content	100 - 200 ppm
Color (APHA)	≤ 10
Acidity (as Acrylic Acid)	≤ 0.01 %
Density at 20°C	0.953 - 0.957 g/mL
Refractive Index at 20°C	1.398 - 1.402

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.