n-Pentyl propionate is a slow evaporating solvent. Its linear structure contributes to effective viscosity reduction and improves solvent diffusion from coating films.
| Chemical Name: | n Pentyl Propionate |
| Other Names: |
• n-Amyl Propionate • Propanoic Acid, Pentyl Ester |
| CAS No: | 624-54-4 |
| Chemical Formula: | C5H11OC(O)CH2CH3 |
Features:
• Non-a HAP (Hazardous Air Pollutant) Solvent
• Strong solvency 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
• Mild odor
• Slow evaporation
• High boiling point and good chain transfer activity
• Possible excellent replacement for oxo-hexyl acetate
Applications:
• Appliance coatings
• Automotive refinish
• Cleaning fluids
• Cosmetic/Personal care solvent
• Fragrance solvent
• OEM coatings
• Polymerization solvent for high solids acrylics resins
• Printing inks
