Butyl Acetate
The reference solvent of the paint industry; medium evaporation, excellent flow.
CAS No 123-86-4Acetates & Esters
Ethyl Acetate
Fast-evaporating ester solvent with a characteristic odour and broad use.
Product description
With its low toxicity and fast evaporation, ethyl acetate is the most widely used of the ester solvents. It is the main component of the solvent phase in flexible-packaging lamination adhesives and printing inks. It readily dissolves nitrocellulose and acrylic resins.
Application areas
- Flexible packaging lamination adhesives
- Flexo and rotogravure printing inks
- Cellulosic lacquers and varnishes
- Nail polish and cosmetic formulations
- Extraction and purification processes
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