A glass-clear acrylic thermoplastic, and in microsphere form a soft-focus texturizing powder. In primary and sheet form it is used for rigid transparent glazing, signage, coatings and molded parts; as fine spherical microspheres it is used as a bulking agent and slip modifier in cosmetics.
▸Transparent thermoplastic: Acrylic glazing, signage and molded parts.
▸Coatings/resins: Acrylic coating and resin applications.
▸Cosmetic microspheres: Bulking and slip in color and skin-care products.
Physical Properties
appearance
Typical: clear, colorless solid (pellets, beads, granules, or sheet)
form
Typical: thermoplastic resin (amorphous)
density
Typical: 1.17-1.20 g/cm3
glass_transition_temperature
Typical: ~105 C (Tg)
refractive_index
Typical: ~1.49
light_transmission
Typical: ~92% (visible)
water_solubility
Insoluble in water
softening_processing_temperature
Typical: ~160-200 C (processing/melt)
Safety & Handling
Full SDS available on request
A grade-specific Safety Data Sheet (SDS) — with the complete hazard classification, handling precautions, and transport information — is supplied with every shipment and available on request. Confirm all safety and regulatory details against the SDS for your specific grade.
HS / Tariff Classification
🌐Harmonized System (HS) Code — 6-digit international heading
3906.10
Chapter 39
Plastics and articles thereof
Heading 39.06
Internationally harmonized (WCO HS)
Subheading 3906.10
6-digit international code — national tariff line adds further digits
Polymethyl Methacrylate (PMMA, CAS 9011-14-7) is a transparent acrylic thermoplastic polymer of methyl methacrylate. In primary and sheet form it is used for rigid transparent glazing, signage, coatings and molded parts; as fine spherical microspheres it is used as a bulking agent and slip modifier in cosmetics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is PMMA used for?
PMMA (polymethyl methacrylate, CAS 9011-14-7) is a transparent acrylic thermoplastic. In primary and sheet form it is used for rigid transparent glazing, signage, coatings and molded parts; as fine spherical microspheres it is used as a bulking agent and slip modifier in cosmetic formulations. RawSource supplies it in industrial grades.
What is PMMA made of?
PMMA is a thermoplastic polymer of methyl methacrylate (MMA) monomer. CAS is 9011-14-7, HS code 3906.10 (poly(methyl methacrylate)).
What is the difference between PMMA and acrylic?
PMMA and 'acrylic' refer to the same material — acrylic is the common name for polymethyl methacrylate. It is sold in resin/primary form for molding and coatings and in sheet form for glazing. Request a CoA for grade-specific properties.
What forms and grades of PMMA does RawSource supply?
PMMA is available in primary resin, and as fine spherical microspheres for cosmetic use. Confirm form, grade, and packaging with your rep, and request the SDS and CoA for documentation.
What is the cost of bulk PMMA?
Bulk PMMA pricing depends on form (resin vs. microspheres), grade, and volume. RawSource quotes to spec — request a current bulk quote with your target quantity.
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