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Parachlorobenzotrifluoride (PCBTF)

Product Overview:

Identification of Substance: 4-chlorbenzotrifluoride

CAS #: 98-56-6

Parachlorobenzotrifluoride (PCBTF) is a low-VOC exempt solvent used extensively in coatings and chemical manufacturing applications. It is commonly employed in the formulation of paints, coatings, inks, and adhesives, providing effective solvency for resins while helping manufacturers meet volatile organic compound emission regulations. Additionally, it serves as a replacement solvent in aerosol and industrial spray coating formulations seeking regulatory-compliant VOC content. PCBTF is also utilized in general chemical manufacturing processes requiring a stable, low-reactivity solvent. Furthermore, it finds applications in specialty coatings formulations for automotive and industrial finishing.

Relevant identified uses:
Chemicals for various applications
Intermediate
Solvent
Use in Coatings
Intermediate for organic synthesis

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Appearance
Clear Liquid

Assay
≥ 99 %

Acidity, (spec. ion probe)
≤ 3 ppm

Color
≤ 20 ALPHA

Non-Volatile Residue
≤ 0.0020 %

Specific Gravity (@ 25^oC)
1.330 – 1.350

Water Content
≤ 150 ppm

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Oleic Acid

Product Overview:

CAS #: 112-80-1

Oleic acid is an unsaturated fatty acid used across chemical manufacturing, leather and textile, metal finishing, and coatings applications. It is commonly employed in the manufacture of soaps and surfactants, where its long fatty acid chain provides effective cleaning and emulsifying properties. Additionally, it serves as a component in metalworking fluids and lubricants, reducing friction and wear during machining operations. Oleic acid is also utilized in leather and textile processing as a softening and finishing agent that improves hand feel and flexibility. Furthermore, it finds applications in coatings formulations to improve flexibility, gloss, and drying characteristics.

Relevant identified uses: Chemicals for various applications

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Appearance
Colorless to pale yellow transparent liquid

Iodine Value
90.0 – 110.0 gI₂ /100g

Acid Value
195.0 – 205.0 mg KOH/g

Saponification Value
196.0 – 207.0 Mg KOH/g

Color
≤ 300 Lovibond Hazen

Freezing Point
≤ 10 ^oC

Fatty Acid Content

C18 or under C18
≤ 15.0 %

C18-1
≥ 70.0 %

C18-2
≤ 22.0 %

Others
≤ 5.0 %

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Manganese Carbonate

Product Overview:

CAS #: 598-62-9

Manganese carbonate is a controlled-solubility manganese compound used across animal feed, fertilizer, and chemical manufacturing applications. It is commonly employed as a manganese micronutrient source in animal feed premixes and fertilizer formulations, supporting enzyme function and photosynthesis in plants and metabolic health in livestock. Additionally, it serves as a precursor in the manufacture of manganese oxide, specialty pigments, and catalysts used in various industrial processes. Manganese carbonate is also utilized in slow-release mineral nutrition applications where controlled solubility is a formulation advantage. Furthermore, it finds applications in general chemical manufacturing processes requiring a stable manganese raw material.

Relevant identified uses:
Animal feed additive
Manufacture of substances

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Manganese (Mn)
43.5 – 44.5 %

Chloride (Cl)
≤ 0.01 %

Sulphate
≤ 0.02 %

Sodium (Na)
≤ 0.02 %

Silicon Dioxide (SiO₂)
≤ 0.04 %

Aluminum (Al)
≤ 0.05 %

Calcium (Ca)
≤ 0.05 %

Arsenic (As)
≤ 5 ppm

Lead (Pb)
≤ 5 ppm

Cadmium (Cd)
≤ 5 ppm

325 mesh sieve residue
≤ 0.30 %

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Maleic Anhydride

Product Overview:

Identification of Substance: 2,5-Furandione

CAS #: 108-31-6

Maleic anhydride is a key chemical intermediate used extensively across resin, coatings, and construction manufacturing. It is commonly employed in the production of unsaturated polyester resins used in fiberglass-reinforced construction, marine, and automotive applications. Additionally, it serves as a raw material for alkyd resins used in paints and coatings, contributing to gloss, durability, and weather resistance. Maleic anhydride is also utilized in the manufacture of lubricant additives that improve oxidative stability in industrial and automotive lubricants. Furthermore, it finds applications as a building block for agrochemicals and specialty copolymers used across the broader chemical manufacturing industry.

Relevant identified uses:
Chemicals for various applications

Uses advised against:
Do not use for squirting or spraying
Do not use for products which come into direct contact with the skin

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Maleic Anhydride Content
≥ 99.5 %

Appearance
White Solid

Melting Color (Pt-Co), Hazen
≤ 25

Ignition Residue
≤ 0.005 %

Iron Ion Content
≤ 2 ppm

Crystallization Point
≥ 52.5 ^oC

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Dimethyl Carbonate

Dimethyl Carbonate

Product Overview:

CAS #: 616-38-6

Dimethyl carbonate (DMC) is a low-VOC solvent, methylating agent, and electrolyte solvent in lithium-ion batteries. It replaces phosgene in safer carbonylation reactions. Growing use in EV battery electrolytes. Also used as a fuel additive and co-solvent in coatings.

Relevant identified uses:
Industrial and commercial applications
Chemical intermediate
Chemicals for synthesis
Solvent
Additive

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Technical Information:

Appearance
Clear colorless liquid

Dimethyl Carbonate
≥ 99.9 %

Methanol
≤ 0.020 %

Moisture
≤ 0.020 %

Density (20^oC)
1.066 – 1.076 g/cm³

Coloring
≤ 10 Hazen

Acidity (formic acid)
≤ 0.015 %

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Diethanolamine (DEA)

Diethanolamine

Product Overview:

Identification of the substance: 2,2′-Iminodiethanol

CAS #: 111-42-2

Diethanolamine (DEA) is an ethanolamine primarily used for acid gas (CO₂ and H₂S) removal from natural gas streams. Also used as a surfactant raw material and pH adjuster in metalworking fluids, and detergents. Used in textile finishing and herbicide synthesis.

Relevant identified uses:
Chemicals for various applications

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Appearance
Transparent light yellow, Viscous liquid, No suspension

Color (Pt-Co/Hazen)
≤ 15

DEA Assay
≥ 99.3 %

MEA Assay
≤ 0.05 %

TEA Assay
≤ 0.05 %

Water
≤ 0.15 %

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Dicyandiamide (DICY)

Dicyandiamide

Product Overview:

CAS #: 461-58-5

Dicyandiamide (DICY) is used as a nitrification inhibitor in nitrogen fertilizers to slow ammonium conversion and reduce nitrogen loss, as a latent hardener for epoxy powder coatings and structural adhesives, and as a flame retardant in textiles and construction materials.

Relevant identified uses:
Fire retarding agent

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Technical Information:

Appearance
White Crystal

Purity
≥ 99.5 %

Moisture
≤ 0.30 %

Ash Content
≤ 0.05 %

Calcium Content
≤ 200 ppm

Melting Point
209 – 212 ^oC

Melamine
≤ 500 ppm

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Cyclohexanone

Cyclohexanone

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Cyclohexanone is an industrial solvent and key chemical intermediate in the production of nylon via caprolactam synthesis. It is an excellent solvent for cellulose nitrate, vinyl resins, and waxes used in paints and lacquers. Also used in the production of adipic acid for nylon-6,6.

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Appearance
White or almost white powder

Assay [Ca(HCOO)₂)]
≥ 98.5 %

Calcium (Ca)
≥ 30.2 %

pH
6.0 – 8.0

Water insoluble
≤ 0.5 %

Loss on drying
≤ 0.5 %

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Acrylic Acid Glacial

Acrylic Acid Glacial

Product Overview:

CAS #: 79-10-7

Glacial acrylic acid is a highly reactive monomer used extensively in polymer and chemical manufacturing. It is commonly employed as the primary building block for superabsorbent polymers used in hygiene products, as well as acrylic resins used in paints and coatings for their durability and weather resistance. Additionally, it serves as a raw material for adhesives, sealants, and specialty polymer formulations. Acrylic acid is also utilized in industrial water treatment to produce polyacrylate-based scale inhibitors, dispersants, and flocculants that help control mineral fouling in process water systems. Furthermore, it finds applications in textile and leather finishing formulations requiring polymeric binders. It can also be applied to leather and textile coating and lamination processes.

Relevant identified uses:
Laboratory chemical
Industrial use
Monomer for the production of polymers
Textile dye
Formulation of coatings and inks

Uses advised against:
Do not use for squirting or spraying
Do not use for products which come into direct contact with the skin
Do not use for private purposes (household)

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Purity (C3H4O2)
≥ 99.5 %

Moisture
≤ 0.2 %

Color (PT-CO)
≤ 20

Inhibitor as MEHQ
180 – 220 Mg/Kg

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Benzyl Alcohol

Benzyl Alcohol

Product Overview:

CAS #: 100-51-6

Benzyl Alcohol is an aromatic alcohol used as a raw material in industrial chemical formulations. It is commonly used as a solvent in coatings, inks, and cleaning formulations, and as an intermediate in the production of various chemical compounds.

Relevant identified uses: Intermediate, Solvents

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Technical Information:

Appearance
Clear Liquid

Color
≤ 10 ALPHA

Odor
Faint Floral Odor

Assay (by GLC)
≥ 99.6 %

Specific Gravity (25^oC)
1.042 – 1.046

Refractive Index (20 ^oC)
1.5380 – 1.5410

Benzaldehyde Content
≤ 0.1 %

Dibenzyl Ether Content
≤ 0.1 %

Water Content
≤ 0.1 %

Acid Value
≤ 0.1 mg KOH/g

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