High-purity ester with low water content for enhanced formulation stability.
Low odor profile compared to alternative propionates, supporting improved worker safety and product acceptability.
Excellent solvency for cellulose esters, acrylic resins, and nitrocellulose in coating systems.
Favorable evaporation rate—faster than n-butyl acetate but slower than ethyl acetate—enabling balanced drying control.
Compatible with a broad range of common organic solvents and polymer systems used in industrial coatings and inks.
Coating solvents for automotive refinish and industrial maintenance coatings.
Printing ink formulations, especially for flexible packaging gravure and flexographic inks.
Solvent component in adhesive systems requiring moderate volatility and good resin compatibility.
Carrier solvent in pesticide formulations where low toxicity and controlled release are desired.
Processing aid in specialty polymer synthesis and purification steps.
| Chemical Type | Ester (n-propyl propionate) |
| Molecular Formula | C6H12O2 |
| Appearance | Clear, colorless liquid |
| Odor | Characteristic mild fruity ester odor |
| Boiling Point (°C) | 120–122 |
| Density at 20°C (g/cm³) | 0.875–0.885 |
| Refractive Index at 20°C | 1.385–1.390 |
| Water Solubility | Slightly soluble (< 2 g/L at 20°C) |
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