Methacrylzuuresters
Methacrylzuuresters, also known as methacrylate esters, are a group of organic compounds derived from methacrylic acid. They are characterized by the presence of a vinyl group attached to a carbonyl group, which is then bonded to an ester group. This unique chemical structure makes them highly reactive and versatile building blocks in polymer chemistry.
The most common methacrylzuurester is methyl methacrylate (MMA). Other examples include ethyl methacrylate, butyl methacrylate, and
Methacrylzuuresters are widely used in the production of polymers and copolymers, most notably poly(methyl methacrylate) (PMMA),
Beyond PMMA, methacrylzuuresters are incorporated into a variety of other polymers used in coatings, adhesives, sealants,