Methacrylic acid methyl ester, 2.5 l, glass

This 2.5 L glass container holds Methyl Methacrylate, a carboxylic acid ester with a molecular weight of 100.12 g/mol. It is classified as a highly flammable liquid and vapor, requiring caution when handling due to its potential to ignite easily. Safety measures such as wearing protective clothing, including safety gloves and goggles, are recommended. The container should be stored away from open flames, ignition sources, and unauthorized personnel. A national occupational exposure limit value has been recommended by Directive 2009/161/EU, with an 8-hour limit value of 500 ppm.

• CAS Number: 80-62-6
• Molecular Formula: C5H8O2
• Molecular Weight: 100.12
• Exact Mass: 100.052429494
• Boiling Point: 213.8 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
• Melting Point: -54 °F (NTP, 1992)
• Vapour Density: 3.45 (NTP, 1992) - Heavier than air; will sink (Relative to Air)
• GHS Signal Word: Danger
• Hazard Statements:
• H225: Highly Flammable liquid and vapor [Danger Flammable liquids]