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Methacrylate bead polymers & copolymers

Esschem is the world’s leading producer of methacrylic bead polymers.

Today, Esschem continues at the forefront of methacrylate chemistries for orthodontics, cosmetics, orthopedic, and other related industries . We have dedicated ourselves to designing and developing products, services and production capabilities that provide a clear performance difference to our customers.

Our considerable experience makes us a trusted partner and supplier worldwide. Esschem offers a complete set of research, customization, manufacturing and packaging resources to our customers and the industry.

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Esschem Bio-plasticized / MMA Bead Polymers

MMA bead polymers containing bio-plasticizers result in materials with increased flexibility and decreased tG.

Applications: Film & Foil Coatings, Roof Coatings, Electronics Adhesives, Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs), Nail Care, Sealants & Caulks, Textile Manufacturing, Carpet & Upholstery, Apparel, Carpet, Medical Devices & Assemblies, Building & Construction, Industrial & Assembly Adhesives, Parts & Components, Medical, Packaging Coatings, Beauty & Care, Decorative Materials & Finishes, Leather & Textiles

Product Families: Visual Modifiers, Texturizers & Fillers, Performance Additives, Thermoset Resins, Binders, Acrylics, Acrylates & Methacrylates, Pre-Treatment Auxiliaries, Acrylics, Resins & Binders, Polymers & Resins, Functionals, Elastomer Additives, Monomers & Oligomers, Battery & Electronic Materials, Textile & Leather Chemicals

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

Polymer Name: Polymethyl Methacrylate (PMMA)

End Uses: Carpet, Medical Devices

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

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Esschem MMA Bead Copolymers

Methyl methacrylate (MMA) bead polymers are known for high glass transition temperature, melting point, tensile strength, and impact strength.

Applications: Chemical Manufacturing, Glazing & Window Elements, Siding & Trim, Film & Foil Coatings, Roof Coatings, Electronics Adhesives, Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs), Nail Care, Sealants & Caulks, Additive Manufacturing, Textile Manufacturing, Carpet & Upholstery, Apparel, Carpet, Medical Devices & Assemblies, Building & Construction, Industrial & Assembly Adhesives, Building Materials, Parts & Components, Medical, Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing, Packaging Coatings, Beauty & Care, Building Envelope & Roofing, Decorative Materials & Finishes, Leather & Textiles

Product Families: Cement & Concrete Additives, Visual Modifiers, Texturizers & Fillers, Performance Additives, Thermoset Resins, Binders, Acrylics, Acrylates & Methacrylates, Pre-Treatment Auxiliaries, Acrylics, Resins & Binders, Polymers & Resins, Functionals, Elastomer Additives, Monomers & Oligomers, Construction Chemicals, Battery & Electronic Materials, Textile & Leather Chemicals

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

Polymer Name: Methyl Methacrylate Copolymer

End Uses: Electrical/Electronic Applications, Prototyping, 3D Printing Resins, Carpet, Medical Devices

Labeling Claims: Biocompatible, Non-Toxic

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Esschem MMA - Styrene Bead Copolymers

MMA / Styrene bead copolymers, also known as SMMA, is a clear thermoplastic, with high transparency, high rigidity and excellent scratch resistance.

Applications: Film & Foil Coatings, Roof Coatings, Electronics Adhesives, Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs), Nail Care, Sealants & Caulks, Textile Manufacturing, Apparel, Carpet, Medical Devices & Assemblies, Building & Construction, Industrial & Assembly Adhesives, Parts & Components, Medical, Packaging Coatings, Beauty & Care, Decorative Materials & Finishes, Leather & Textiles

Chemical Family: Styrene-Acrylic Copolymer, Styrenics, Styrene Copolymers, Methacrylates, Styrene Methacrylate Copolymer, Acrylics, Acrylates & Methacrylates

Polymer Name: Styrene Methyl Methacrylate Copolymer (SMMA)

End Uses: Carpet, Medical Devices

Labeling Claims: Biocompatible, Non-Toxic

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Esschem MMA - EMA Bead Copolymers

Bead copolymers of MMA / EMA usually exhibit high glass transition temperatures, melting points, and tensile strengths.

Applications: Film & Foil Coatings, Roof Coatings, Electronics Adhesives, Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs), Nail Care, Sealants & Caulks, Textile Manufacturing, Carpet & Upholstery, Carpet, Medical Devices & Assemblies, Building & Construction, Industrial & Assembly Adhesives, Parts & Components, Medical, Packaging Coatings, Beauty & Care, Decorative Materials & Finishes, Leather & Textiles

Product Families: Visual Modifiers, Texturizers & Fillers, Performance Additives, Thermoset Resins, Acrylics, Acrylates & Methacrylates, Pre-Treatment Auxiliaries, Acrylics, Binders, Resins & Binders, Polymers & Resins, Functionals, Elastomer Additives, Monomers & Oligomers, Battery & Electronic Materials, Textile & Leather Chemicals

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

Polymer Name: MMA/EMA Copolymer

End Uses: Carpet, Medical Devices

Labeling Claims: Biocompatible, Non-Toxic

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Esschem EMA Bead Copolymers

EMA bead polymers provide the strength of PMMA, with a slightly lower glass transition, and an overall slightly softer and more flexible final product.

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

Polymer Name: Ethyl Methacrylate Copolymer

End Uses: Carpet, Medical Devices

Labeling Claims: Biocompatible, Non-Toxic

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Esschem EMA - EHMA Bead Copolymers

Synthesizing EMA with 2-EHMA disrupts polymer chain packing, which results in lower glass transition temperatures and enhanced low-temperature flexibility.

Product Families: Visual Modifiers, Texturizers & Fillers, Performance Additives, Thermoset Resins, Binders, Pre-Treatment Auxiliaries, Acrylics, Acrylics, Acrylates & Methacrylates, Resins & Binders, Polymers & Resins, Functionals, Elastomer Additives, Monomers & Oligomers, Battery & Electronic Materials, Textile & Leather Chemicals

Chemical Family: Methacrylates, Acrylics, Acrylates & Methacrylates

Polymer Name: EMA/EHMA Copolymer

End Uses: Carpet, Medical Devices

Labeling Claims: Biocompatible, Non-Toxic

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Esschem MMA - HPMA Bead Copolymers

Polymer Name:MMA/HPMA Copolymer
Functions:Resin, Binder & Resin, Impact Modifier, Resins, Binders & Matrix Materials
Chemical Family:Acrylic Ester Copolymer, Acrylics, Acrylates & Methacrylates, Methacrylates
Physical Form:Beads, Solid
Labeling Claims:Biocompatible, Non-Toxic

Esschem MMA - HPMA Bead Copolymers are a versatile range of copolymers combining methyl methacrylate (MMA) with hydroxypropyl methacrylate (HPMA). These bead copolymers offer exceptional performance and customizable properties for various applications. With increased MMA content, these copolymers exhibit elevated glass transition temperatures, melting points, and tensile strengths, providing enhanced strength and durability. Conversely, higher HPMA content improves adhesion and reduces glass transition temperatures, melting points, and tensile strengths, offering flexibility and tailored characteristics. Esschem further enhances the molecular weight of these copolymers, resulting in more rigid and durable materials. By manipulating the particle size, solubility, dispersion properties, and transparency can be optimized, making them ideal for applications that demand transparency, strength, and toughness.

Esschem EMA Bead Copolymers

Polymer Name:Ethyl Methacrylate Copolymer
Functions:Resin, Binder & Resin, Impact Modifier, Resins, Binders & Matrix Materials
Chemical Family:Acrylic Ester Copolymer, Acrylics, Acrylates & Methacrylates, Methacrylates
Physical Form:Beads, Solid
Labeling Claims:Biocompatible, Non-Toxic

Esschem EMA Bead Copolymers are a range of bead polymers synthesized from ethyl methacrylate (EMA) that offers the strength of polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) with slightly different properties.The copolymers exhibit a slightly lower glass transition temperature, resulting in a softer and more flexible final product compared to PMMA.By controlling the molecular weight, Esschem can customize the heat resistance and strength of the polymer, making it suitable for various applications across multiple industries.The smaller particle size of the beads enhances surface properties like adhesion, while larger particles contribute to a more robust and rigid material.

Esschem MMA - AMA Bead Copolymers

Polymer Name:MMA/AMA Copolymer
Functions:Resin, Binder & Resin, Impact Modifier, Resins, Binders & Matrix Materials
Chemical Family:Acrylic Ester Copolymer, Acrylics, Acrylates & Methacrylates, Methacrylates
Physical Form:Beads, Solid
Labeling Claims:Biocompatible, Non-Toxic

Esschem MMA - AMA Bead Copolymers are a versatile range of copolymers combining methyl methacrylate (MMA) with allyl methacrylate (AMA). These copolymers showcase the unique characteristics of AMA as a crosslinker in polymers. With varying MMA and AMA concentrations, Esschem offers a wide range of copolymer beads with different properties. Higher MMA content in the copolymer results in elevated glass transition temperatures, melting points, and tensile strengths, making them ideal for applications requiring high strength and rigidity. On the other hand, increasing the AMA content lowers these properties while enhancing crosslinking and hardness. By adjusting the molecular weight, Esschem can further customize the copolymer's rigidity and crosslinking behavior. The particle size of the beads can also be modified to optimize processing and surface properties, including adhesion characteristics.

Esschem MMA - IBOMA Bead Copolymers

Polymer Name:MMA/IBOMA Copolymer
Functions:Resin, Binder & Resin, Impact Modifier, Resins, Binders & Matrix Materials
Chemical Family:Acrylic Ester Copolymer, Acrylics, Acrylates & Methacrylates, Methacrylates
Physical Form:Beads, Solid
Labeling Claims:Biocompatible, Non-Toxic

Esschem MMA - IBOMA Bead Copolymers are a range of copolymers that combine methyl methacrylate (MMA) with isobornyl methacrylate (IBOMA).These bead copolymers offer exceptional strength and performance for a wide range of industries. With their high glass transition temperature, melting point, and tensile strength, they provide incredibly strong polymers that meet demanding application requirements.By controlling the molecular weight, Esschem ensures that the copolymer beads exhibit enhanced strength and rigidity. Furthermore, the performance characteristics, including adhesion, can be tailored by optimizing the particle size.

Esschem MMA - Styrene Bead Copolymers

Polymer Name:Styrene Methyl Methacrylate Copolymer (SMMA)
Functions:Resin, Impact Modifier, Binder & Resin, Resins, Binders & Matrix Materials
Chemical Family:Acrylics, Acrylates & Methacrylates, Methacrylates, Styrenics, Styrene-Acrylic Copolymer, Styrene Copolymers, Styrene Methacrylate Copolymer
Physical Form:Beads, Solid
Labeling Claims:Biocompatible, Non-Toxic

Esschem MMA - Styrene Bead Copolymers are a versatile range of copolymers combining methyl methacrylate (MMA) and styrene. These bead copolymers offer a wide array of properties and applications. With increased MMA content, the resulting materials exhibit remarkable strength and transparency. Conversely, a higher proportion of styrene enhances hydrophobicity, hardness, and impact resistance. The molecular weight plays a crucial role in determining the characteristics of the copolymers. Higher molecular weights, often associated with increased styrene content, yield stronger and more heat-resistant materials. Esschem's ability to manipulate the molecular weight distribution allows for customized properties such as durability, elasticity, and processing ease. Additionally, the particle size of the copolymers influences surface properties and rigidity.

Esschem MMA - BMA Bead Copolymers

Polymer Name:MMA/BMA Copolymer
Functions:Resin, Binder & Resin, Impact Modifier, Resins, Binders & Matrix Materials
Chemical Family:Acrylic Ester Copolymer, Acrylics, Acrylates & Methacrylates, Methacrylates
Physical Form:Beads, Solid
Labeling Claims:Biocompatible, Non-Toxic

Esschem MMA - BMA Bead Copolymers are a range of copolymers combining methyl methacrylate (MMA) with butyl methacrylate (BMA).These copolymers offer a versatile solution with varying properties based on the MMA and BMA content. Higher MMA content results in copolymers with elevated glass transition temperatures, melting points, and tensile strengths, making them suitable for applications that require strength and rigidity. Conversely, increased BMA content lowers these properties while enhancing processability and potential flexibility.By adjusting the molecular weight, Esschem can tailor the copolymer structure to achieve specific rigidity requirements. Additionally, controlling the particle size allows for improvements in mechanical strength, with smaller particles offering larger surface area to volume ratios.

Esschem Bio-plasticized / MMA Bead Polymers

Polymer Name:Polymethyl Methacrylate (PMMA)
Functions:Resin, Binder & Resin, Impact Modifier, Resins, Binders & Matrix Materials
Chemical Family:Acrylic Ester Copolymer, Acrylics, Acrylates & Methacrylates, Methacrylates
Physical Form:Beads, Solid
Labeling Claims:Biocompatible, Bio-based, Non-Toxic

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.

Esschem MMA Bead Copolymers

Polymer Name:Methyl Methacrylate Copolymer
Functions:Resin, Binder & Resin, Impact Modifier, Resins, Binders & Matrix Materials
Chemical Family:Acrylic Ester Copolymer, Acrylics, Acrylates & Methacrylates, Methacrylates
Physical Form:Beads, Solid
Labeling Claims:Biocompatible, Non-Toxic

Esschem MMA Bead Copolymers are a collection of methyl methacrylate (MMA) bead polymers renowned for their exceptional properties.These polymers exhibit impressive features such as high glass transition temperature, melting point, tensile strength, and impact resistance.Esschem meticulously controls the reaction conditions to create polymers with specific molecular weight distributions, allowing for a wide range of desired properties. This precise control enhances the inherent strength, rigidity, and impact resistance of MMA polymers.Moreover, by carefully manipulating the particle size, Esschem offers the flexibility to customize properties such as hardness, toughness, and processability.

Esschem MMA - EMA Bead Copolymers

Polymer Name:MMA/EMA Copolymer
Functions:Resin, Binder & Resin, Impact Modifier, Resins, Binders & Matrix Materials
Chemical Family:Acrylic Ester Copolymer, Acrylics, Acrylates & Methacrylates, Methacrylates
Physical Form:Beads, Solid
Labeling Claims:Biocompatible, Non-Toxic

Esschem MMA - EMA Bead Copolymers are a range of bead copolymers combining methyl methacrylate (MMA) with ethyl methacrylate (EMA). These copolymers exhibit high glass transition temperatures, melting points, and tensile strengths, making them ideal for industries that demand strength and rigidity. By increasing the EMA content, the copolymers offer greater flexibility and the potential for enhanced optical properties. This results in lower glass transition temperatures, melting points, and tensile strengths, providing desired flexibility and transparency. Esschem provides control over the molecular weight to further enhance these properties, allowing for a more rigid and robust copolymer or targeting flexibility and transparency as needed. Particle size control enables fine-tuning of processability and adjustment of surface properties, leading to better performance in applications that prioritize transparency.

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