Hexylene glycol: enhanced purity

Pigment & Resin Technology

ISSN: 0369-9420

Article publication date: 1 August 1999

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(1999), "Hexylene glycol: enhanced purity", Pigment & Resin Technology, Vol. 28 No. 4. https://doi.org/10.1108/prt.1999.12928dad.002

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Emerald Group Publishing Limited

Copyright © 1999, MCB UP Limited


Hexylene glycol: enhanced purity

Hexylene glycol: enhanced purity

Keywords: Elf Atochem, Solvents

Hexylene glycol (2-methyl-2,4-pentanediol) is a solvent used in many different applications: paints and varnishes, glues and adhesives, inks, and industrial solvents (synthesis, extraction, etc.).

The Elf Atochem process ensures first-rate specifications:

  • purity > 99.8 per cent;

  • water content < 0.05 per cent;

  • acidity < 0.0025 per cent.

It is claimed that these outstanding properties make this Elf Atochem solvent highly suitable for very delicate applications.

Details from Elf Atochem UK Ltd. Tel: +44 (0)1635 870000; Fax: +44 (0)1635 871254.

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