N-Propyl acetate
- HS Code: 29153990
- CAS NO. : 109-60-4
- General Description
- Chemical Properties
- Technical Specification
- Applications
- Compliance and Certifications
- Packaging Details
- Key Features/Benefits
- Storage and Handling
General Description
N-Propyl Acetate is a clear, colorless organic solvent widely used in coatings, inks, adhesives, and industrial cleaning applications. It offers good solvency for resins, polymers, and oils, combined with a fast evaporation rate that supports efficient drying and smooth film formation.
The product is valued for its clean odor profile, predictable evaporation behavior, and compatibility with a wide range of formulation systems. It is commonly selected where fast drying, good flow, and controlled viscosity are required without compromising finish quality.
Chemical Properties
• Molecular Weight: 102.13 g/mol
• Physical State: Liquid
• Boiling/Melting Point: Melting point/range: -95 °C – lit.
Technical Specification
• Purity: ≥ 99.5 percent
Applications
Paints and Coatings:
Used as a fast evaporating solvent to improve flow, leveling, and drying speed in decorative and industrial coatings.
Printing Inks:
Supports sharp print definition and rapid drying in gravure and flexographic ink systems.
Adhesives:
Used to dissolve resins and improve application consistency in adhesive formulations.
Industrial Cleaning:
Applied in surface cleaning and degreasing operations where fast evaporation is required.
Compliance and Certifications
ISO
Packaging Details
180 KG MS DRUMS, ISO tank
Key Features/Benefits
• Balanced solvency with controlled evaporation
• Excellent miscibility with water and organic solvents
• Low residue and reliable performance
• Suitable for coatings, inks, and precision applications
Storage and Handling
• Store in a cool, well ventilated area
• Keep containers tightly closed
• Handle in accordance with standard flammable liquid safety guidelines
