Methyl 2-methyl-2-propenoate has an acrid, penetrating odor. In another report this compound is reported to possess a sharp, fruity odor Methyl methacrylate is a methyl ester of methacrylic acid. It is a colourless, volatile liquid with an acrid fruity odour. It has a relatively high vapour pressure (4 kPa at 20°C), moderate water solubility (15.8 g/litre), and a low log octanol/water partition coefficient (Kow = 1.38) . Methyl methacrylate is typically 99.9% pure and contains small amounts of
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Indian buyers are sourcing cheaper Chinese MMA imports amid domestic supply tightness, with recent trades recorded near $1,690/mt CFR WCI as Chinese exporters target new markets.
Asian MMA markets remain pessimistic due to supply shocks and high inventory costs, despite easing feedstock pressures. ICIS editors discussed these market dynamics, including rising Chinese exports,
Mitsubishi Chemical Group is restructuring its MMA and PMMA businesses amid deteriorating market conditions from Chinese capacity expansion. It also evaluates spinning off its basic chemicals unit whi
Mitsubishi Chemical plans to exit its Taiwan methyl methacrylate (MMA) joint venture with CPDC, citing intensified competition from capacity expansions in mainland China.
Middle East conflict and Hormuz Strait closures have disrupted global methanol supply, driving up prices in China and Europe while creating uncertainty for downstream derivatives like MMA and acetic a
Sumitomo Chemical has flagged potential methyl methacrylate (MMA) supply disruptions from Singapore, citing a force majeure event by PCS.
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