Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

Eastman n-Propyl Propionate

Eastman n-Propyl Propionate is a high-purity ester solvent from Eastman’s Solvency™ series, offering low odor, fast evaporation, and excellent solvency for coatings, inks, and adhesives. It serves as a safer alternative to acetates and ketones, with favorable VOC profile and regulatory compliance across global markets.
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Features Of Eastman n-Propyl Propionate

  1. High-purity ester with low water content for enhanced formulation stability.

  2. Low odor profile compared to alternative propionates, supporting improved worker safety and product acceptability.

  3. Excellent solvency for cellulose esters, acrylic resins, and nitrocellulose in coating systems.

  4. Favorable evaporation rate—faster than n-butyl acetate but slower than ethyl acetate—enabling balanced drying control.

  5. Compatible with a broad range of common organic solvents and polymer systems used in industrial coatings and inks.

Typical Applications Of Eastman n-Propyl Propionate

  1. Coating solvents for automotive refinish and industrial maintenance coatings.

  2. Printing ink formulations, especially for flexible packaging gravure and flexographic inks.

  3. Solvent component in adhesive systems requiring moderate volatility and good resin compatibility.

  4. Carrier solvent in pesticide formulations where low toxicity and controlled release are desired.

  5. Processing aid in specialty polymer synthesis and purification steps.

Specifications Of Eastman n-Propyl Propionate

Chemical TypeEster (n-propyl propionate)
Molecular FormulaC6H12O2
AppearanceClear, colorless liquid
OdorCharacteristic mild fruity ester odor
Boiling Point (°C)120–122
Density at 20°C (g/cm³)0.875–0.885
Refractive Index at 20°C1.385–1.390
Water SolubilitySlightly soluble (< 2 g/L at 20°C)


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