acrylate
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of acrylate
Example Sentences
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A chemical similar to MMA, methyl acrylate, contributed to an explosion and fire at a Taiwanese chemical plant in 2001.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026
Butyl acrylate was found above the two-week exposure level, a level at which measures should be taken to protect human health.
From Salon • Oct. 5, 2024
In both dispersions, the base polymer was a copolymer composed of the inexpensive, commercially available components styrene and butyl acrylate.
From Science Daily • Nov. 13, 2023
"If people are determined to continue with acrylate nail products, they should get them done professionally," she added.
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2023
The chemicals included vinyl chloride, butyl acrylate and ethylhexyl acrylate, according to the Environmental Protection Agency.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 4, 2023
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