| Description | |
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| Catalogue Number | 800590 |
| Synonyms | Methyl 2-methylpropenoate, Methacrylic acid methyl ester, MMA |
| Description | Methyl methacrylate |
| Product Information | |
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| CAS number | 80-62-6 |
| EC index number | 607-035-00-6 |
| EC number | 201-297-1 |
| Hill Formula | C₅H₈O₂ |
| Chemical formula | CH₂=C(CH₃)COOCH₃ |
| Molar Mass | 100.12 g/mol |
| HS Code | 2916 14 00 |
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| Applications | |
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| Application | Methyl methacrylate (stabilised) for synthesis. CAS 80-62-6, EC Number 201-297-1, chemical formula CH₂=C(CH₃)COOCH₃. |
| Physicochemical Information | |
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| Boiling point | 101 °C (1013 hPa) |
| Density | 0.94 g/cm3 (20 °C) |
| Explosion limit | 2.1 - 12.5 %(V) |
| Flash point | 10 °C |
| Ignition temperature | 430 °C |
| Melting Point | -48 °C |
| Vapor pressure | 53 hPa (20 °C) |
| Solubility | 15 g/l |
| Toxicological Information | |
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| LD 50 oral | LD50 Rat 7872 mg/kg |
| LD 50 dermal | LD50 Rabbit > 5000 mg/kg |
| Safety Information according to GHS | |
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| Hazard Pictogram(s) | |
| Hazard Statement(s) | H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapour. H315: Causes skin irritation. H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction. H335: May cause respiratory irritation. |
| Precautionary Statement(s) | P210: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking. P233: Keep container tightly closed. P280: Wear protective gloves. P302 + P352: IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P304 + P340: IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P403 + P235: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. |
| RTECS | OZ5075000 |
| Storage class | 3 Flammable liquids |
| WGK | WGK 1 slightly water endangering |
| Disposal | 3 Relatively unreactive organic reagents should be collected in container A. If halogenated, they should be collected in container B. For solid residues use container C. |
| Safety Information | |
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| Hazard Symbols | IrritantFlammable |
| Categories of danger | highly flammable, irritant, sensitizing |
| R Phrase | R 11-37/38-43 Highly flammable.Irritating to respiratory system and skin.May cause sensitisation by skin contact. |
| S Phrase | S 24-37-46 Avoid contact with skin.Wear suitable gloves.If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label. |
| Storage and Shipping Information | |
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| Storage | Store below +30°C. |
| Transport Information | |
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| Declaration (railroad and road) ADR, RID | UN 1247 , 3, II |
| Declaration (transport by air) IATA-DGR | UN 1247 , 3, II |
| Declaration (transport by sea) IMDG-Code | UN 1247 , 3, II |
| Specifications | |
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| Assay (GC, area%) | ≥ 99 % |
| Density (d 20 °C/ 4 °C) | 0.942 - 0.944 |
| Identity (IR) | passes test |