Polymethyl Methacrylate (PMMA) Supplier in Malaysia
- Also known as
- PMMA
- Poly(methyl Methacrylate)
Polymethyl methacrylate supplier in Malaysia for plastics, signage, automotive, optical and speciality-formulation buyers. Commonly shortened to PMMA, this acrylic thermoplastic is supplied in resin forms selected for clarity, surface appearance, processing behaviour and finished-part performance.
Optical and general moulding grades are used for clear lenses, covers and technical parts, while extrusion grades serve sheet, profiles, diffusers and displays. Impact-modified and weatherable options address tougher outdoor or automotive duties, and fine bead or powder grades support selected coating, casting and formulation processes.
The useful specification depends on the application. Moulding and extrusion buyers normally compare melt flow, clarity, haze, colour, impact and weathering requirements, while bead and powder users may instead define particle size, molecular weight and compatibility with their resin or formulation.
Send the required PMMA form, grade or current grade code, processing method, performance targets, quantity and delivery location with your enquiry. Availability, packing and documentation are confirmed with the quotation.
- CAS number
- 9011-14-7
- Grade
- optical, moulding, extrusion, impact-modified, bead and powder
- Appearance
- clear to translucent thermoplastic pellets or granules; fine bead, powder, coloured and opaque grades are available for specific applications
Polymethyl Methacrylate grades and forms
We supply several forms to suit different formulating and dosing setups. If you need a size that is not listed, ask us.
| Grade | Form | Assay | Typical use | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Optical and clear moulding PMMA | transparent pellets or granules | — | Injection-moulded lenses, lighting components, instrument covers and clear technical parts where optical clarity, haze and surface finish are important. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Extrusion and sheet-grade PMMA | transparent or coloured pellets | — | Extruded sheet, profiles, light diffusers, signs and displays where melt flow, colour, weathering performance and the extrusion process must be matched. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Impact-modified PMMA | clear, translucent or coloured pellets | — | Automotive, appliance, display and protective components that need greater toughness than a standard unmodified PMMA grade while retaining acrylic appearance and processability. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| PMMA bead and powder grade | fine beads or powder | — | Speciality coatings, dental or casting resin systems and selected personal-care formulations where particle size, molecular weight and residual limits are specified for the process. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
How to buy polymethyl methacrylate from ChemTrade
Request a quote for polymethyl methacrylate
Use the form below to request a quotation. You can also email sales@chemtrademalaysia.com or send us a message on WhatsApp.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Polymer identity | polymethyl methacrylate, a thermoplastic polymer of methyl methacrylate | — |
| CAS number | 9011-14-7 | — |
| Polymer type | amorphous thermoplastic acrylic resin | — |
| Physical form | pellets, granules, beads or powder according to grade | — |
| Grade controls | melt flow, molecular weight, optical clarity, haze, colour, impact performance, weathering package and particle size confirmed against the selected grade | — |
Polymethyl Methacrylate applications
Safety and handling
Store PMMA resin sealed in a clean, dry area away from heat and direct sunlight. Prevent contamination between grades, control spilled pellets and use handling measures appropriate to fine powder when that form is specified. Follow the safety information for the quoted grade.
Common questions about polymethyl methacrylate
Is polymethyl methacrylate the same as methyl methacrylate?
No. Polymethyl methacrylate, or PMMA, is the solid acrylic polymer. Methyl methacrylate, or MMA, is the reactive liquid monomer used to make PMMA and other acrylic polymers. The monomer and polymer require separate enquiries.
Which PMMA grade is suitable for clear moulded parts?
State the moulding process, part thickness, required clarity or haze, melt-flow target, colour and any weathering or impact requirement. Optical and general moulding grades differ in these controls, so a current grade code or complete part specification helps align the quotation.
What is the difference between standard and impact-modified PMMA?
Standard PMMA is selected where clarity, stiffness and surface appearance lead the requirement. Impact-modified grades include a toughness modification for parts exposed to greater handling or service impact, with the exact balance of clarity and impact performance depending on the grade.
Can PMMA be requested as beads or powder instead of pellets?
Yes. Bead and powder grades serve selected coating, casting, dental and personal-care formulations, while pellets and granules are usual for moulding and extrusion. State particle size, molecular-weight or process requirements rather than assuming the forms are interchangeable.
Does this page cover finished acrylic sheet and rod?
This page principally covers PMMA polymer resin grades used to manufacture acrylic articles. If the requirement is for finished sheet, rod or a fabricated component, include the dimensions, colour, surface and end-use specification so the commercial requirement can be assessed separately.
How do I request a polymethyl methacrylate price in Malaysia?
Provide the required grade and form, processing route, optical, impact or colour specification, quantity and delivery location. Price, packing, documentation and delivery details are confirmed in a quotation with a stated validity period.