Methacrylic Anhydride

Basic Information of Methacrylic Anhydride

Methacrylic Anhydride (CAS No. 760-93-0) is meticulously manufactured to meet stringent quality standards, ensuring exceptional purity and consistent performance for your demanding applications:

CAS No.:	760-93-0
EC No.:	212-084-8
Linear Formula:	(CH₂=C(CH₃)CO)₂O
Molecular Weight:	154.17
Appearance:	Transparent Liquid
Odor:	Characteristic, pungent odor.
Melting Point:	-20°C
Boiling point:	87 °C13 mm Hg(lit.)
Density:	1.04 g/mL at 20 °C
Solubility:	Insoluble in water (reacts); soluble in many organic solvents like ethanol, acetone, and ether.
Flash Point:	184 °F
Purity:	Combustible, corrosive, reactive monomer, often contains an inhibitor to prevent polymerization.
RIDADR:	UN 3265 8/PG 2
Chemical Structure:

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Primary Applications of Methacrylic Anhydride

Methacrylic Anhydride's dual methacrylate groups enable its use in diverse and high-performance applications, primarily as a powerful cross-linking agent and reactive intermediate:

1. Polymerization & Cross-linking Agents:

   It's widely used in the synthesis of polymers and copolymers as a highly effective cross-linking agent. This imparts improved mechanical strength, solvent resistance, heat resistance, and durability to the final polymeric materials. It's crucial for producing thermosetting acrylic resins and other advanced polymers.

2. Dental Materials:

   A significant application is in the formulation of dental composites, adhesives, and sealants. Its ability to cross-link and form strong, durable bonds is essential for the longevity and performance of restorative dental products.

3. Optical Components & Coatings:

   Due to the excellent optical clarity and resistance to yellowing of methacrylate polymers, Methacrylic Anhydride is utilized in the production of optical lenses, coatings for optical fibers, and other transparent materials requiring high performance.

4. Hydrogels & Biomedical Applications:

   It's used in the synthesis of various hydrogels for biomedical applications, including contact lenses, drug delivery systems, and tissue engineering scaffolds, where precise control over polymer structure and hydrophilicity is required.

5. Specialty Acrylic Resins & Adhesives:

   Methacrylic Anhydride contributes to the development of high-performance acrylic resins used in specialty coatings, adhesives, and sealants, offering superior adhesion, weatherability, and chemical resistance.

6. Chemical Synthesis Intermediate:

   It serves as a versatile intermediate for introducing methacrylate functionality into other molecules, leading to the synthesis of various specialty chemicals, monomers, and esters with tailored properties.

• Exceptional Purity & Stability: Our Methacrylic Anhydride is produced to stringent purity standards and properly inhibited to ensure stability and reactivity crucial for your polymerization processes.

• Commitment to Quality & Safety: We adhere to the highest industry standards for quality management, safety, and environmental responsibility across all our operations, ensuring peace of mind for our clients.

Hazards Classification

• GHS Classification: Flammable Liquid (GHS02), Corrosive (GHS05), Acute Toxicity (GHS06), Health Hazard (GHS08)

• Hazard Statements: Flammable liquid and vapor; causes severe skin burns and eye damage; harmful if swallowed or inhaled; may cause respiratory irritation; may cause an allergic skin reaction.

• UN Number: UN 3265

• Hazard Class: 8 (Corrosive Substances)

• Packing Group: II