Case Study: Resin Removal in Emerging 3D Print Technologies
A safer solvent for cleaning parts made in new 3D printing processes.
Sodium Borohydride: Material and Market Overview
Learn about its unique reduction, bleaching, brightening, and purification properties.
Direct Release Products: Ingredient Standards
An overview of the EPA Safer Choice standard for Direct Release products.
EPA Proposals under TSCA Section 6: NMP and Methylene Chloride
Finding alternatives to NMp and Methylene Chloride in light of restrictions.
Replacing Conventional Solvents With Microemulsions
Replacing conventional solvents with microemulsion concentrates.
Choosing Low Foam Surfactants
Selecting low foam surfactants for industrial cleaning.
Articles / Solvents / Surfactants
Micro-Emulsions: Safer Chemistry and Improved Performance in Aqueous Cleaning
Micro-emulsions are designed to produce stable micro-droplets that harness the best properties of both organic solvents and aqueous solutions.
Case Study – Acetone Replacement in Photoresist Strip Process
Sta-Sol® ME 1100C is an efficient, water soluble alternative to acetone for photoreist strip in microelectronics processing applications.
General Purpose Polymer Cleaning & Flushing
Sta-Sol PS-100 is a versatile, cost-effective and efficient solvent blend designed to clean and flush a wide range of polymeric resins.
Low Emission Amine Catalysts for Polyurethane Applications
Learn more about Huntsman’s JEFFCAT® high performing, low emission amine catalyst technology.
Dimethyl Esters / Product News
Dibasic Esters: FAQ
A quick guide to important information about dimethyl esters and our Sta-Sol® solvents, including product origins, properties, usage and disposal.
Need an Effective D-Limonene Alternative?
Sta-Sol® microemulsion concentrates can be effective alternatives to d-Limonene for several cleaning and degreasing applications.
How Hydrotropes Enhance Stability and Clarity
Hydroptropes are used by formulators to create clear and stable solutions and enhance overall cleaning effectiveness.
Surface Chemistry: Surfactant Wetting Properties
This post introduces basic concepts in wetting properties of surfactants, with a focus on anionic and cationic surfactants.
Basics of the HLB System
The HLB system provides a framework for predicting how surfactants will behave in emulsion systems.