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

Sec-Butyl Acetate

BASF Lupranate M20S sec-Butyl Acetate is a high-purity secondary butyl ester solvent with low odor and excellent dissolving power for cellulose acetate and acrylic resins. It offers balanced evaporation rate and improved coating flow. Widely used in inks coatings and adhesives for enhanced clarity and film formation.
  • sec butyl acetate_fd846c55
  • sec butyl acetate_fd846c55

Features Of Sec-Butyl Acetate

  1. High solvency power for cellulose esters, acrylic resins, and nitrocellulose.

  2. Moderate evaporation rate—slower than ethyl acetate but faster than amyl acetate—enabling improved flow and leveling in coatings.

  3. Low water solubility (<0.5% w/w), minimizing haze formation in moisture-sensitive formulations.

  4. Good compatibility with common organic solvents including toluene, xylene, and ketones.

  5. Lower odor intensity compared to n-butyl acetate, supporting improved workplace handling.

Typical Applications Of Sec-Butyl Acetate

  1. High-solids automotive refinish coatings requiring balanced drying and film formation.

  2. Industrial maintenance enamels and air-dry alkyd-based protective coatings.

  3. Solvent component in gravure and flexographic inks for flexible packaging films.

  4. Carrier solvent in pesticide formulations where controlled volatility is critical.

  5. Intermediate diluent in adhesive systems for laminating and coil coating applications.

Specifications Of Sec-Butyl Acetate

Chemical TypeOrganic ester (secondary alkyl acetate)
Product FormClear, colorless liquid
AppearanceTransparent, free from suspended matter
Primary ApplicationsCoatings, inks, adhesives, agrochemicals
Key FeaturesModerate volatility, high resin solvency, low water miscibility
Boiling Point (°C)112–113
Density (20°C, g/cm³)0.862–0.867
Refractive Index (20°C)1.389–1.392


Get in Touch with ERICW
Let competitive chemical materials go global.

Your Name *

Your Email *

Your Phone

Country

Your Message *