Methacrylic acid, 99%

Name: Methacrylic acid, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-019029

About Methacrylic acid, 99%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Methacrylic acid in Synthesis grade, a monomer registered under CAS number 79-41-4 at a purity of 99%. The compound has the formula C4H6O2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 86.09 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 2-methylprop-2-enoic acid. Alternative names: 2-Methacrylic acid and 2-Methylpropenoic acid.

The material typically appears as a colourless liquid. Key physical data: a melting point of 12-16 °C and a boiling point of 163 °C. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for polymerisation, crosslinking and curing, adhesives and coatings and paints, coatings and inks. Typical end-use sectors are polymers and plastics, paints and coatings and textiles and dyeing.

Standard pack sizes are 500 mL, 5 L, 4 x 25 kg and 200 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Polymerisation
Crosslinking & curing
Adhesives & coatings
Paints, coatings & inks

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Methacrylic acid, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-019029
CAS Number	79-41-4
IUPAC name	2-methylprop-2-enoic acid
Molecular formula	C₄H₆O₂
Molecular weight	86.09 g/mol
Exact mass	86.0368
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29161310
InChIKey	CERQOIWHTDAKMF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(=C)C(=O)O
PubChem CID	4093

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless liquid
Melting point	12-16 °C
Boiling point	163 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	0.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	37.3 Å²
UN number	UN 2531
Synonyms	2-Methacrylic acid, 2-Methylpropenoic acid, MAA, 2-Methylacrylic acid, Methylacrylic acid, 2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, 2-Methyl-2-propenoic acid, alpha-Methylacrylic acid, 2-Methylenepropionic acid, Acrylic acid, 2-methyl-, alpha-Methacrylic acid, Propionic acid, 2-methylene-

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

Precautionary statements: P260, P264, P270, P280, P301 + P317, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P352, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P321, P330, P362 + P364, P363, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Methacrylic acid, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of Methacrylic acid, 99% is 79-41-4. It is also known as 2-Methacrylic acid, 2-Methylpropenoic acid, MAA.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methacrylic acid, 99%?

Methacrylic acid, 99% has the molecular formula C4H6O2 and a molecular weight of 86.09 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-methylprop-2-enoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Methacrylic acid, 99% can I order?

We supply Methacrylic acid, 99% in Synthesis (99%) grade, in 500 mL, 5 L, 4 x 25 kg, 200 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Methacrylic acid, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of Methacrylic acid, 99% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Methacrylic acid, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Methacrylic acid, 99% is classified as hazardous (UN 2531), so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.