Tripropylene Glycol n-butyl Ether (TPnB)
Tripropylene Glycol n-butyl Ether, better known as TPnB, is a glycol ether, which is an organic chemical compound containing an alcohol functional group and an ether functional group. TPnB is an exceptionally slow evaporating and hydrophobic compound that reduces surface tension. It is used as a solvent in many industrial applications.
Technical aspects
Tripropylene Glycol n-butyl Ether is a colorless liquid with low viscosity and is practically odorless. TPnB has excellent solubility in organic solvents, limited solubility in water, and has a high boiling point (275°C). TPnB is used as a solvent, especially in water-based paints as it has low solubility in water and high boiling point.
Storage period
The shelf life of Tripropylene Glycol n-butyl Ether (TPnB) is 6 months.
Packaging
Foodcom S.A. supplies its Business Partners with Tripropylene Glycol n-butyl Ether (TPnB) in bulk, drums and IBC containers.
Application
Tripropylene Glycol n-butyl Ether (TPnB) is used as a solvent. With this function it finds application in the manufacture of inks and paint dispersions. It is a coalescing agent – it allows the paint components to spread easily and evenly in the mixture. TPnB is also a plasticizer in resin systems.
TPnB is also used as an ingredient in cleaning products for a variety of industries. It acts as a highly effective solvent in the manufactured end-product. Since it is practically odorless and has a strong ability to dissolve organic substances, it is mainly used for heavy-duty cleaners and degreasers.
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