Methyl methacrylate

Methyl methacrylatec is used in acrylic bone cements used in orthopedic surgery; in the production of acrylic polymers, polymethylmethacrylate andcopolymers used in acrylic surface coatings; in the manufaeture of emulsion polymers; in the modification of unsaturatedpolyester resins; in the production of higher methacrylate, acrylic fibers, acrylic film, inks, radiation-polymerized impregnants forwood, and solvent-based adhesives and binders; as an impact modifier of PVC; in medicinal spray adhesives; in nonirritantbandage solvents; in dental technology as ceramic filler or cement; to coat corneal contact lenses; in intraocular lenses, artificial nails,and hearing aids; as a monomer for polymethaerylate resins; in the impregnation of concretc.
Methyl 2-methyl-2-propenoate has an acrid, penetrating odor. In another report this compound is reported to possessa sharp, fruity odor