Lauryl methacrylate

Lauryl methacrylate (CAS 142-90-5), also known as dodecyl methacrylate and abbreviated as LMA, is a long-chain alkyl ester monomer used to build polymer systems requiring flexibility and hydrophobicity.

Where is Lauryl methacrylate used?

• Lubricant additives: copolymerized to produce viscosity index improvers and pour point depressants that keep engine and industrial oils performing across wide temperature ranges
• Personal care: film-forming agents for hair fixatives and skin adhesives, and water-resistant cosmetic coatings
• Plastics and polymer production: modifies acrylic copolymers, improving flexibility and surface properties
• Coatings, adhesives and sealants
• Metalworking fluids: oil-soluble polymers
• It functions as a reactive building block in copolymer synthesis.

Good to know: Stabilized with a polymerization inhibitor such as MEHQ for safe handling and storage.

Commercial specifications

• Purity levels commonly at 98% or higher
• Bulk quantities in drums and IBC totes, with tanker supply available