Poly(methyl methacrylate)

Also known as methyl methacrylate resin, acrylic glass, polymethyl methacrylate, PMMA, Plexiglas, Perspex, Acrylite, and Lucite.

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Latest news on poly(methyl methacrylate)

29 September 2026
Trinseo, Lapo and laprima plastics advance PMMA depolymerization recycling for eyewear

Industrial trial converted demo-lens PMMA waste into crude MMA via depolymerization, demonstrating a potential closed‑loop route for acrylic eyewear materials.

13 August 2026
Röhm PLEXIGLAS® proTerra for automotive circularity

Grades use recycled PMMA or certified feedstocks to help automakers meet new EU end-of-life vehicle recycled-plastics quotas.

6 August 2026
Trinseo Q2 2026 financial results

Net loss $120M; adjusted EBITDA $81M; free cash flow negative $125M; advancing DIP-backed debt restructuring and restarted Americas Styrenics sale.

28 July 2026
Volkswagen fits ID. Buzz spoilers with PLEXIGLAS® (Röhm) Piano Black mold‑in‑color PMMA

Mold‑in‑color PMMA removes coating, cutting VOCs, energy and water use; delivers Class A glossy, UV‑ and chemical‑resistant exterior parts produced with 2C injection‑compression.

1 July 2026
Trinseo raises climate and renewable targets in FY2025 sustainability report

Raises Scope 1 & 2 intensity reduction to 50% by 2035 (41% achieved vs 2017); renewables target 30% by 2030 (28% in 2025); broadens water stewardship and advances recycling pilots.

5 June 2026
Röhm opens Bay City MMA plant as LiMA technology reaches full industrial scale

Proprietary LiMA process reaches full industrial scale; Bay City becomes North America’s first C2‑based MMA site with 250,000 tpa capacity and enhanced sustainability measures.

30 April 2026
Trinseo Q1 2026 Results

Q1 sales $725M (-8%); net loss $116M; Adjusted EBITDA $53M; Free Cash Flow -$244M; ending cash/liquidity $114M; added $50M to revolver; charges $31M

23 April 2026
POLYVANTIS Debuts PLEXIGLAS in India

Adds PMMA and polycarbonate thermoplastics to the portfolio: high-performance alternatives for roofing, façades and skylights — durable, lightweight, low‑maintenance, UV/fire‑resistant.

21 April 2026
Arkema at Chinaplas 2026: high-performance materials

Showcases bio-based, recyclable high-performance polymers, additives and advanced materials for mobility, electronics, semiconductors and consumer goods; highlights Asia production expansions.

15 April 2026
Röhm 2025 ESG Report

Aligns reporting with ESRS/CSRD; reports 12% total CO2 cut vs 2020; LiMA tech cuts specific CO₂ up to 42%; LCAs cover products representing 95% of revenue.

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