Applications in Various Industries:
- Chemical Industry: Used as a monomer in the production of polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) and acrylic resins.
- Industrial Use: Employed in the manufacture of clear plastics, coatings, and adhesives.
- Consumer Products: Found in acrylic glass (e.g., Plexiglas), dental materials, and orthopedic implants.
Where is MMA Found?
- Natural Sources: Not naturally occurring; it is a synthetic compound.
- Industrial Production: Produced by the esterification of methacrylic acid with methanol or through the acetone cyanohydrin process.
- Consumer Products: Found in acrylic plastics, coatings, and medical devices.