Esschem Bio-plasticized / MMA Bead Polymers

Esschem incorporates sustainable plant-based plasticizers into methyl methacrylate MMA bead polymers. These innovative additives are designed to enhance the flexibility and workability of methacrylate-based polymers. By incorporating bio-plasticizers into MMA bead copolymers, the resulting materials exhibit increased flexibility and reduced glass transition temperature, melting points, and tensile strengths.The inclusion of higher molecular weight components contributes to stronger and more heat-resistant materials.Furthermore, the particle size plays a crucial role in surface properties, where smaller particles enhance adhesion while larger particles contribute to robustness and rigidity.

Polymer Name: Polymethyl Methacrylate (PMMA)

Functions: Binder & Resin, Impact Modifier, Resin, Resins, Binders & Matrix Materials

Chemical Family: Acrylic Ester Copolymer, Acrylics, Acrylates & Methacrylates, Methacrylates

Physical Form: Beads, Solid

Labeling Claims: Bio-based, Biocompatible, Non-Toxic

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Identification & Functionality

Additives Included: Curing Agent,
Flame Retardant,
Pigment (Unspecified),
Plasticizer (Bio-based),
Plasticizer (Unspecified),
UV Stabilizer
Chemical Family: Acrylic Ester Copolymer,
Acrylics, Acrylates & Methacrylates,
Methacrylates
Fillers Included: Filler,
Glass Bead,
Silica,
Talc
Polymer Name: Polymethyl Methacrylate (PMMA)
CASE Ingredients Functions: Binder & Resin
Composite Materials Functions: Resins, Binders & Matrix Materials
Plastics & Elastomers Functions: Impact Modifier,
Resin
Technologies: Base Chemicals & Intermediates,
CASE Ingredients,
Composite Materials,
Cosmetic Ingredients,
Elastomers,
Industrial Additives & Materials,
Plastics
Product Families: Industrial Additives & Materials — Battery & Electronic Materials
Binders
Elastomers — Elastomer Additives
Performance Additives
Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
Texturizers & Fillers,
Visual Modifiers
Base Chemicals & Intermediates — Monomers & Oligomers
Acrylics, Acrylates & Methacrylates
Composite Materials — Polymers & Resins
Thermoset Resins
CASE Ingredients — Resins & Binders
Acrylics
Industrial Additives & Materials — Textile & Leather Chemicals
Pre-Treatment Auxiliaries
Plastics — Thermoset Resins
Acrylics

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims: Bio-based,
Biocompatible,
Non-Toxic
CASE Ingredients Features: Abrasion Resistance,
Chemical Resistance,
Excellent Light Transmission,
Excellent Weatherability,
Good Mechanical Properties,
Good Toughness,
Heat Resistance,
High Durability,
High Impact Resistance,
Multi-Substrate Adhesion,
Radiation Resistance,
Solvent Resistance,
Transparency,
Weather Resistance
Industrial Additives Features: Abrasion Resistance,
Chemical Resistance,
Good Light Transmission,
Good Toughness,
Heat Resistance,
High Dielectric Strength,
High Durability,
High Strength,
Impact Resistance,
Solvent Resistance,
UV Resistance,
Weather Resistant,
Wrinkle Resistance
Materials Features: Acid Resistant,
Alkali Resistant,
Biocompatible,
Chemical Resistant,
Decreased Tensile Strength,
Excellent Strength,
Excellent Surface Properties,
Flame Retardant,
Good Abrasion Resistance,
Good Adhesion,
Good Mechanical Properties,
Good Rigidity,
Good Toughness,
Good Weather Stability,
Heat Resistance,
High Light Transmission,
High Molecular Weight,
Impact Resistance,
Improved Flexibility,
Improved Workability,
Low Brittleness,
Low Glass Transition Temperature,
Low Melting Point,
Non-Toxic,
Ozone Resistant,
Robust,
Solvent Resistant,
UV Resistant

Applications & Uses

Markets: Adhesives & Sealants,
Building & Construction,
Consumer Goods,
Electrical & Electronics,
Healthcare & Pharma,
Industrial,
Paints & Coatings,
Personal Care,
Printing & Packaging
Applications: Consumer Goods — Apparel
Personal Care — Beauty & Care
Nail Care
Adhesives & Sealants — Building & Construction
Sealants & Caulks
Paints & Coatings — Building & Construction
Roof Coatings
Consumer Goods — Carpet & Upholstery
Building & Construction — Decorative Materials & Finishes
Carpet
Adhesives & Sealants — Industrial & Assembly Adhesives
Electronics Adhesives
Industrial — Leather & Textiles
Textile Manufacturing
Healthcare & Pharma — Medical
Medical Devices & Assemblies
Printing & Packaging — Packaging Coatings
Film & Foil Coatings
Electrical & Electronics — Parts & Components
Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs)
Applicable Processes: Textiles Manufacturing
Industrial Additives End Use: Carpet
Plastics & Elastomers End Uses: Medical Devices

Properties

Color: Transparent
Physical Form: Beads,
Solid
Calculated Properties: Monomer Input

70% MMA
30% bio-plasticizer 80% MMA
20% bio-plasticizer 90% MMA
10% bio-plasticizer

Property

Mv Bead Size,
microns 20-200 20-200 20-200

Glass Transition
Temperature, Tg 80 °C 90 °C 100 °C

Solubility In organic solvent In organic solvent In organic solvent

Transparency Transparent to visible
light Transparent to visible
light Transparent to visible
light

Molecular Weight
Average, g/mol 50,000-500,000 50,000-500,000 50,000-500,000

	Monomer Input
	70% MMA 30% bio-plasticizer	80% MMA 20% bio-plasticizer	90% MMA 10% bio-plasticizer
Property
Mv Bead Size, microns	20-200	20-200	20-200
Glass Transition Temperature, Tg	80 °C	90 °C	100 °C
Solubility	In organic solvent	In organic solvent	In organic solvent
Transparency	Transparent to visible light	Transparent to visible light	Transparent to visible light
Molecular Weight Average, g/mol	50,000-500,000	50,000-500,000	50,000-500,000