Methyl methacrylate Methyl methacrylate 80-62-6 Atofina Acrylic Monomers Soluble in most organic solvents Basic MethAcrylic Monomers The family of MethAcrylic Monomers includes Methyl Methacrylate (MMA), the most common methacrylate. MMA is used to make paints, plastic impact modifiers, plastic industry process aids, glues and adhesives. MMA is also used in glazing sold under the trademarks Altuglas® and Plexiglas®. The Methacrylic Monomer family also includes Methacrylic Acid (MAA) which is used as a water soluable polymer for dispersing and thickening agents, and as a commoner for paints, varnishes, adhesives, papers, leather, and non-woven textiles Methyl methacrylate (MMA). Used as a basic monomer to make paints.