Description

Poly(Methyl Acrylate) is a synthetic polymer derived from methyl acrylate monomer, known for its excellent film-forming properties, clarity, and adhesion. This versatile polymer is crucial for creating durable, flexible, and transparent coatings and binders across multiple high-value industries. It is an essential raw material for manufacturers in the paints & coatings, adhesives, textiles, and specialty plastics sectors seeking to enhance product performance.

Application

• Paints, Varnishes, and Industrial Coatings: Acts as a key film-forming agent, providing gloss, weather resistance, and durability to surface finishes.
• Adhesives and Sealants: Serves as a primary binder in pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs), construction sealants, and laminating agents, offering strong bonding and flexibility.
• Textile and Leather Finishing: Used in coatings and finishes to impart water resistance, stiffness, and a polished appearance to fabrics and leather goods.
• Paper Coating: Enhances the printability, gloss, and strength of paper and paperboard products.
• Plastic Modifier and Impact Improver: Incorporated into other polymer matrices to modify toughness, clarity, and processing characteristics.
• Specialty Inks: Utilized in formulations for printing inks to improve adhesion, color retention, and drying properties on various substrates.

Basic Information

Product Name	Poly(Methyl Acrylate)
CAS No.	9003-21-8
Molecular Formula	(C4H6O2)n
Molecular Weight	Varies (Polymer)
Synonyms	PMA; Methyl Acrylate Polymer; Methyl Acrylate Homopolymer; Poly(methyl acrylate); Acrylic acid methyl ester polymer; 2-Propenoic acid, methyl ester, homopolymer; Methoxycarbonylethylene polymer; Acryester M polymer
EINECS	618-832-6

Quality Control

Our Poly(Methyl Acrylate) is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure consistent properties such as molecular weight distribution, viscosity, residual monomer content, and glass transition temperature (Tg). A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow solid or viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (as Polymer)	> 98.0 %
Residual Monomer	< 0.5 %
Viscosity (Brookfield, 25°C)	Contact for details
Glass Transition Temp (Tg)	~ 10 °C
Molecular Weight (Mw)	Contact for details
Moisture Content	< 1.0 %

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