n-propyl propionate is a fast evaporating solvent. Its linear structure contributes to effective viscosity reduction and improves solvent diffusion from coating films.
| Chemical Name: | n Propyl Propionate |
| Other Names: |
• Propyl Propanoate • Propanoic Acid, Propyl Ester |
| CAS No: | 106-36-5 |
| Chemical Formula: | CH3CH2COOCH2CH2CH3 |
Features:
• Non-HAP (Hazardous Air Pollutant) Solvent
• Stronger solvency than acetate esters in high solids coatings
• Proper volatility for high solids coatings and printing inks applications
• Linear structure giving faster diffusion through coating and ink films
• High electrical resistivity for electrostatically sprayed coatings
• Lower odor values than acetates
• Fast evaporation
• Possible excellent replacement for xylene
Applications:
• Automotive refinish
• Appliance coatings
• OEM coatings
• Polymerization solventxylene
• Printing inks
