Dibasic Esters: FAQ

A quick guide to important information about dimethyl esters and our Sta-Sol® solvents, including product origins, properties, usage and disposal.

LVP-VOC Exemption: Regulatory Overview

Summary Despite increasingly strict VOC limits at the state and federal level, I&I formulators can incorporate performance based solvents and new surfactant technology to satisfy current Low Vapor Pressure (LVP-VOC) exemption criteria. The ingredients in these compunds will not count towards a product’s total VOC calculation, and may facilitate compliance with enhanced performance characteristics. This article …

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Dimethyl Esters: Elastomers and Plastics Compatibility

Elastomer and plastics compatibility is an important consideration when looking at storage and handling options for DMEs. Many dimethyl ester (DME) end-users have requested more information about elastomer and plastics compatibility. This typically concerns our Sta-Sol® solvents and how they interact with different types of containers, seals, gaskets, and other packaging or coating materials. Fortunately, …

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Emulsifier to Remove Solvent Residue

One of the advantages of using greener solvents is that they can offer a low VOC alternative to meet company safety and compliance goals. This also means that the product will usually have a slower evaporation rate, which can result in a fine film or protective residue clinging to a substrate’s surface. While this is …

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Case Study: NMP Replacement Solution

Summary: N-Methylpyrrolidone (NMP) is a highly effective solvent for paint stripping and resin removal applications. It is also widely used as a co-solvent in industrial cleaning formulations and reaction systems. But recent regulatory scrutiny and significant safety concerns have driven NMP users towards safer alternatives. Our Sta-Sol® dimethyl ester based solvent blends and water soluble microemulsions may …

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Industrial Solvent Alternatives

There is a growing interest in finding alternative solvents for industrial applications. The initial interest in testing solvent replacements may be based on a variety of factors, including VOC concerns,  safety and compliance initiatives, or green marketing efforts. We have also found that a specific warning on a product safety sheet will cause companies to …

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