ESTISOL™ 199 is a versatile, high-performance solvent based on natural, saturated acids. Produced by Estichem and available in the U.S. from J R Hess Company, Inc., ESTISOL 199 is an excellent d-limonene alternative or price extender for demanding cleaning and degreasing applications.
Formulators rely on ESTISOL 199 to reduce dependency on d-limonene while retaining—or improving—cleaning performance, all while lowering overall formulation cost and improving price stability.
Ready to upgrade your formulation?
Contact J R Hess to request a sample, SDS, or technical data and see how ESTISOL™ 199 can replace d-limonene, elevate safety and sustainability, and strengthen performance in demanding cleaning applications.
Why ESTISOL™ 199
- Proven d-limonene alternative/extender for heavy-duty cleaners
- Excellent solvency & wetting for tough soils
- Cost-effective & price-stable, helping smooth raw-material volatility
- High biobased content & readily biodegradable
- Higher flash point than d-limonene for improved handling and safety
- Minimal labeling requirements compared to many terpene solvents
- Easy to formulate into existing d-limonene-based systems
Ideal Applications
- Graffiti removers
- Metal cleaning & degreasing
- Heavy-duty industrial cleaners
- Bitumen, grease, oil, and resin removal
- d-Limonene reduction or replacement in legacy formulations
Performance at a Glance
- KB Value: 74 (strong solvency)
- VOC Content: 25%
- Viscosity: Low (excellent wetting and penetration)
- Water Miscibility: Not miscible (ideal for solvent-based systems)
Typical Chemical & Physical Properties
| Property | Test Method | Unit | Typical | Specification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acid Number | DIN 51558-1 | mg KOH/g | 0.2 | Max. 2.0 |
| Density (20 °C) | DIN 51757 (4) | kg/m³ | 863 | 853–873 |
| Color (Gardner) | ISO 6271 | – | <1 | Max. 3 |
| Appearance | Visual | – | Clear | Clear |
| Pour Point | ISO 3016 | °C | −11 | – |
| Flash Point | ISO 2719 | °C | 84 | Min. 70 |
| Dynamic Viscosity (25 °C) | ISO 3104 | mPa·s | 2.5 | – |
| Surface Tension (25 °C) | – | mN/m | 28.0 | – |
| Water Miscibility | – | – | Not miscible | – |
| Iodine Value | DGF C V 11d | g I₂/100 g | <5 | – |
Packaging
- Drums: 170 kg net
- IBCs: 860 kg net
Available in the U.S.
ESTISOL™ 199 is supplied to the U.S. market by J R Hess Company, Inc., providing technical support, formulation guidance, and sampling.
Interested in testing ESTISOL™ 199?
Contact J R Hess to request a sample, SDS, or technical data and explore how ESTISOL 199 can strengthen performance while reducing reliance on d-limonene.