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
In 2018, for instance, the FDA withdrew authorization for certain synthetic flavors—including benzophenone, ethyl acrylate, and eugenyl methyl ether—used to mimic flavors like mint, cinnamon and citrus in processed foods.
From Salon ● Jan. 23, 2025
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
Blood and urine will be screened for exposure to chemicals present or suspected to be present at the derailment, including dioxins, vinyl chloride, acrolein and butyl acrylate.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 25, 2023
"If people are determined to continue with acrylate nail products, they should get them done professionally," she added.
From BBC ● Apr. 14, 2023
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