Lactic Acid Butyl Ester is a biodegradable solvent with excellent solvency power, low toxicity, and eco-friendly properties. It is widely used in coatings, inks, cleaning formulations, and industrial applications requiring sustainable and high-performance solutions.
Product Overview
Lactic acid butyl ester is a colorless, transparent liquid with a mild characteristic odor. It easily dissolves in a variety of organic solvents such as ethanol, ether, acetone, and esters. When mixed with water, it undergoes partial hydrolysis. Produced from natural raw materials, this ester is fully biodegradable, safe, and environmentally friendly, making it ideal for various eco-friendly applications, particularly in the paints and coatings industry.
Product Features
- Eco-friendly and Safe:Made from natural raw materials, fully biodegradable, and environmentally friendly.
- Pleasant Odor:Exhibits a natural, non-irritating fragrance suitable for everyday use.
- High Boiling Point:Effectively addresses issues of gloss loss and shrinkage in coatings (e.g., anti-corrosion paints), thanks to its high boiling point and low volatility.
Applications
- Eco-friendly Paints & Coatings:Used in environmentally friendly paints and coatings, especially screen printing inks, ceramic inks, and glass inks.
- Chemical Production:Serves as a high-boiling solvent, improving the stability of coatings.
Item | Specification |
Product Name | Butyl Lactic Acid |
Alias | 2-Hydroxypropionic Acid Butyl Ester |
CAS No. | 138-22-7 |
EINECS | 205-316-4 |
Molecular Formula | C7H14O3 |
Hazard Classification | Class 3 |
Content | 97% min |
Appearance | Colorless liquid |
Packaging | 200 kg/drum |
Boiling Point | 188°C |
Flash Point | 69°C |
Refractive Index | 1.419 g/ml |
Density | 0.984 g/ml (20°C) |
Molecular Weight | 146.18 g/mol |
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