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What exactly is Methyl Methacrylate (MMA)?

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What exactly is Methyl Methacrylate (MMA)?

What exactly is Methyl Methacrylate (MMA)?


Methyl methacrylate (C5H8O2) is a chemical that is used to make resins and polymers, as well as an enteric coating for tablets. Enteric coatings keep food from dissolving in the stomach. Enteric coated medications, such as aspirin or ibuprofen, have an irritating impact on the stomach and will only dissolve in the small intestine. Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) were historically utilised in artificial nail (acrylic) products, however the FDA has officially prohibited their usage.


However, there are no laws prohibiting the use of methyl methacrylate monomer in cosmetics. Although methyl methacrylate has a low acute toxicity, it can irritate the skin, eyes, and mucous membranes (lungs) in humans. An allergic reaction to skin exposure can result in chest tightness, shortness of breath, coughing, and wheezing, as well as other respiratory symptoms. Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) is a clear liquid with no colour.


Read more @ https://tradove.com/blog/Methyl-Methacrylate-MMA-The-most-important-facts-you-need-to-know.html



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