Methacrylic Acid (MAA)
Methacrylic monomer for acrylic polymers and emulsions, paints and coatings and adhesives and sealants.
- Shipping terms
- EXW · FCA · DAP · DDP
- Storage
- Ambient
- Certifications
- REACH
Overview
- Methacrylic monomer
- CAS 79-41-4
- Purity ≥ 99.6 %
- REACH registered
- ISO tanks, IBCs and drums
Methacrylic Acid (MAA) is a methacrylic monomer (CAS 79-41-4 · C₄H₆O₂). Main applications: acrylic polymers and emulsions, paints and coatings, adhesives and sealants and nail polish and nail care.
Supplied in bulk ISO tank containers, IBCs and drums from European stock (Antwerp, Rotterdam, Hamburg), with delivery across Europe on EXW, FCA, DAP or DDP terms. Registered under EU REACH.
The typical analysis below is taken from the product specification sheet. Specification sheet and safety data sheet available on request.
Specifications
Typical analysis
| Appearance | Colourless transparent liquid |
|---|---|
| Purity | ≥ 99.6 % |
| Colour (Pt-Co) | ≤ 10 |
| Water content | ≤ 0.1 % |
| Inhibitor (MEHQ) | 200–300 ppm |
Specifications
| Product type | Methacrylic monomer |
|---|---|
| CAS number | 79-41-4 |
| Molecular formula | C₄H₆O₂ |
| Molecular weight | 86.09 g/mol |
| Synonyms | 2-Methylpropenoic acid, α-methylacrylic acid |
| EU REACH | Registered |
Packaging
ISO tank container (bulk)
IBC
Drums


