308 products found in Building & Construction

Regalite

Regalite™ R1100 CG Hydrocarbon Resin

Markets: Color Cosmetics, Skin Care, Other Printing Applications

Technologies: Film Formers, Other Resins & Binders

INCI Names: Hydrogenated Styrene/Methyl Styrene/Indene Copolymer

Regalite™ R1100 CG Hydrocarbon Resin is a cosmetic grade resin derived from petrochemical feedstocks. This water-white, thermoplastic resin is fully hydrogenated providing excellent stability. It has excellent solubility and compatibility with non-polar ingredients in cosmetic applications, contributing both adhesion and gloss.

Eastman AQ

Eastman AQ™ 48 Ultra Polymer

Markets: Color Cosmetics, Hair Care, Other Printing Applications

Technologies: Film Formers, Other Functional Additives, Dispersing & Wetting Additives

Chemical Family: Polyesters

INCI Names: Polyester-5

Eastman AQ™ 48 Ultra polymer is a sulfopolyester that disperses directly in a mixture of ethanol and water at room temperature or in warm water without the assistance of surfactants or other additives. Low-viscosity aqueous dispersions can be prepared at concentrations up to 30% polymer solids. The aqueous or hydroalcoholic dispersions have water-like viscosity at concentrations up to about 20% polymer. AQ polymers aid the dispersion of hydrophobic ingredients in water-based formulations and films formed from the dispersions are clear and glossy at room temperature. AQ 48 Ultra polymer was designed specifically for use as a hair fixative in 55% VOC hairspray. Therefore, it is more compatible with higher levels of alcohol than Eastman AQ™ 38S or 55S, and has good wash out with shampooing. AQ 48 polymer provides excellent hold at high humidity in aerosol and pump hairsprays, as well as in clear styling gels. Eastman AQ 48 has a Tg (glass transition temperature) of about 48°C. AQ 48 polymer is supplied as pellets.

PAMOLYN

PAMOLYN™ 100 FGK Kosher Oleic Acid

Markets: Other Printing Applications, Decorative Paints & Coatings, Decorative Paints

Technologies: Monomers

Chemical Family: Monoacids

Pamolyn™ 100 FGK Kosher Oleic Acid is an exceptionally high purity, water white, non-animal, tall oil fatty acid derived oleic acid that is kosher approved. It also complies with regulations of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for use in food for human consumption as specified under various sections of the Code of Federal Regulations. (See FDA status). Pamolyn™ 100 FGK Kosher Oleic Acid meets specifications in the Food Chemicals Codex for oleic acid, including those amended and incorporated by reference from U.S. FDA Regulation 21 CFR 172.862 - Oleic acid derived from tall oil fatty acids.

ENDEX

ENDEX™ 160 Hydrocarbon Resin

Markets: Flexible Packaging Adhesives, Case & Carton Sealing, Case & Carton Sealing

Technologies: Other Resins & Binders

Chemical Family: Acrylics, Acrylates & Methacrylates

A water-white thermoplastic resin made from purified aromatic hydrocarbon monomers. Used to modify the melt flow and increase the temperature resistance of styrenic plastic and rubber. Reinforces the styrene end blocks of styrenic block copolymers. In adhesives Endex™ 160 hydrocarbon resin will associate with the styrenic endblocks, producing higher cohesion at temperatures up to 70°C without affecting tack and adhesion properties. Endex™ 160 hydrocarbon resin has the highest softening point among all hydrocarbon resins available from Eastman Chemical Company.

TACOLYN

TACOLYN™ 5070

Markets: Label & Tape Adhesives, Tapes & Labels, Other Tapes, Labels & Adhesives

Technologies: Functional Additives

Chemical Family: Aliphatics

Tacolyn™ 5070 resin dispersion is an aqueous, 50% solids, solvent-free anionic aliphatic hydrocarbon dispersion prepared from a low molecular weight, aliphatic C5 hydrocarbon resin. It is recommended as a tackifier for isoprene rubber and natural rubber latex polymers used in tape applications. Tacolyn™ 5070 is ideal for low peel applications because it imparts peel strength in small increments relative to resination level. It exhibits good storage and mechanical stability and outstanding stability to acids. Tacolyn™ 5070 is also highly resistant to acids and alkalies.

Effusion

Effusion™ Plasticizer

Markets: Bookbinding, Industrial Coatings, Decorative Paints & Coatings

Technologies: Functional Additives

Chemical Family: Esters

Eastman Effusion™ plasticizer is a high solvating non-phthalate plasticizer that provides lower plastisol viscosity, excellent low temperature flexibility, and fusion rates similar to typical high solvating plasticizers in vinyl formulations. As a non-phthalate plasticizer for waterborne adhesives, it lowers the systems Tg and provides comparable viscosity response to currently used plasticizers.

Eastman AQ

Eastman AQ™ 38S Polymer

Markets: AP/Deo, Color Cosmetics, Other Beauty & Care

Technologies: Film Formers, Dispersing & Wetting Additives, Polyesters

Chemical Family: Polyesters

INCI Names: Polyester-5

Eastman AQ ™ 38S polymer is a sulfopolyester that disperses directly in hot water without the assistance of amines, cosolvents, surfactants or other additives. AQ 38S polymer aids the dispersion of many hydrophobic ingredients in water-based products and forms clear films at room temperature from aqueous dispersions. Eastman AQ ™polymers differ chiefly in glass transition temperature (Tg) or softening point. As indicated by the number in the product name, Eastman AQ 38S polymer has a Tg of about 38°C. The "S" indicates AQ 38S is supplied as solid pellets. Eastman AQ linear polyesters serve as film formers in numerous cosmetic and personal care applications. Because of its low Tg, Eastman AQ™ 38S forms flexible films on the skin. It imparts a smooth feel to creams, lotions, and sprays and adheres to the skin. Thus, it is useful as a film-former in sunscreen products, providing excellent water resistance. AQ 38 is added to the water phase and aids the emulsification of oil-phase UV absorbers. AQ 38 provides improved coverage for sprayable sunscreens.

Eastman AQ

Eastman AQ™ 55S Polymer

Markets: Color Cosmetics, Hair Care, Other Beauty & Care

Technologies: Film Formers, Dispersing & Wetting Additives, Polyesters

Chemical Family: Polyesters

INCI Names: Polyester-5

Eastman AQ™ 55S polymer is a sulfopolyester that disperses directly in hot water without the assistance of surfactants or other additives. AQ 55S polymer aids the dispersion of many hydrophobic ingredients in water-based products and forms clear films at room temperature from aqueous dispersions. Eastman AQ ™55S has good film integrity when combined with other cosmetic ingredients and is the preferred AQ polymer to improve water and smudge resistance of water-based makeup and mascaras. In hairstyling products, AQ 55S provides excellent hold under high-humidity conditions and stiffness that is easily modified with plasticizers and thickeners. The "S" indicates AQ 55S is supplied as solid pellets.

TACOLYN

TACOLYN™ 3400

Markets: Flexible Packaging Adhesives, Case & Carton Sealing, Case & Carton Sealing

Technologies: Functional Additives

Chemical Family: Rosins

Tacolyn™ 3400 resin ester dispersion is an aqueous, 55% solids, solvent-free, anionic rosin ester dispersion prepared from a highly hydrogenated, high softening point resin. It is recommended for use in food packaging applications such as closures, lidding, and cold seal adhesives, as well as pressure sensitive adhesives that contact food. Tacolyn™ 3400 is also used in adhesives applications requiring higher temperature strength such as in high temperature masking tapes, packaging tapes, and contact adhesives.

Eastman DE Solvent

Markets: Architectural Coatings, Architectural Coatings, Bookbinding

Technologies: Surface Modifiers, Esters & Ethers

Eastman DE Solvent (Diethylene Glycol Monoethyl Ether) is a very polar, slow evaporating, water miscible solvent with a low odor. It is an active solvent for cellulose acetate butyrate, nitrocellulose, epoxy resins, and other coating materials. Eastman™ DE solvent is used as a coalescent in latex paints and floor polishes, and as penetrating solvent in wood stains. The established LVP-VOC exemption criteria, applicable in some states, can be reviewed in California’s Consumer Product Regulation. Visit the California Air Resource Board website for regulatory information. The chemical substances for this product are listed as Inert Ingredients Permitted for Use in Nonfood Use Pesticide Products, and in Food Use Pesticide Products with limitations, under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). For details on specific permissions, click here.

Foral

Foral™ 85-E CG Hydrogenated Rosinate

Markets: Color Cosmetics, Hair Care, Skin Care

Technologies: Film Formers, Other Resins & Binders

INCI Names: Glyceryl Hydrogenated Rosinate

Foral™ 85-E CG Hydrogenated Rosinate is a cosmetic grade resin derived from the esterification of a highly stabilized gum rosin and glycerol. This light amber, thermoplastic resin has excellent resistance to oxidation and discoloration caused by heat and aging. Foral™ 85-E CG contributes adhesion to various cosmetic and depilatory wax formulations.

Eastman Propyl Acetate

Markets: Other Printing Applications, Industrial Coatings, Decorative Paints & Coatings

Technologies: Other Solvents & Specialties, Dispersing & Wetting Additives

Eastman™ Propyl Acetate is a colorless liquid with a mild, fruity odor. It is an active solvent for nitrocellulose, cellulose acetate butyrate, polyester, alkyd, and acrylic resins. Eastman™ Propyl Acetate has a medium evaporation rate and is a non HAP solvent. It promotes flow and leveling in a variety of formulations. Modeled using The Estimation Programs Interface (EPI) Suite™ (EPA), BIOWIN v4.10 module The chemical substances for this product are listed as Inert Ingredients Permitted for Use in Nonfood Use Pesticide Products under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). For details on specific permissions, click here.

Eastman MAK

Markets: Other Parts & Components, Industrial Coatings, Decorative Paints & Coatings

Technologies: Aldehydes & Ketones, Dispersing & Wetting Additives

Chemical Family: Ketones

Eastman™ MAK (Methyl n-Amyl Ketone) has a high solvent activity, slow evaporation rate, low density, low surface tension, and high boiling point. These properties make MAK a very good solvent for cellulosic lacquers, acrylic lacquers, and high-solids coatings. Because regulations limit the weight of solvent per gallon of coating, formulators favor the use of low-density solvents that help reduce the VOC content of a coating. MAK is lower in density than ester, aromatic hydrocarbons, and glycol ether solvents with similar evaporation rates. The low density and high activity of MAK are significant advantages when formulating high-solids coatings to meet VOC guidelines. MAK is also used as a polymerization solvent for high solids acrylic resins. The chemical substances for this product are listed as Inert Ingredients Permitted for Use in Nonfood Use Pesticide Products, and in Food Use Pesticide Products with limitations, under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). For details on specific permissions, click here.

VersaBond

VersaBond™ Plasticizer

Markets: Construction Adhesives, Sealants & Caulks, Adhesives

Technologies: Functional Additives

Chemical Family: Esters

Eastman VersaBond™ is an efficient and easy replacement for phthalate-based plasticizers in polysulfide sealants for insulated glass. When compared with both phthalate and benzoate plasticizers, VersaBond has comparable or better performance for Shore A hardness, viscosity, and tensile strength. It also performs measurably better than phthalate plasticizers for water uptake.

Eastman

Eastman™ Isobutyl Isobutyrate

Markets: Architectural Coatings, Architectural Coatings, Other Printing Applications

Technologies: Other Solvents & Specialties, Dispersing & Wetting Additives

Eastman™ IBIB (Isobutyl Isobutyrate) is an economical retarder solvent that is used in nitrocellulose lacquers, coatings for plastic substrates, and high-solids coatings. It is a slow-evaporating solvent with good flow and leveling characteristics, and good blush resistance. It is an economical, urethane grade, active solvent for nitrocellulose. The low surface tension of IBIB is valuable in applications where improved wetting of the substrate is needed. With low water miscibility, IBIB is an excellent retarder solvent for moisture-sensitive coatings such as 2-K polyurethanes. IBIB has high electrical resistance, which is helpful in adjusting the resistivity of coatings applied using electrostatic spray equipment. The chemical substances for this product are listed as Inert Ingredients Permitted for Use in Nonfood Use Pesticide Products under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). For details on specific permissions, click here.

Benzoflex

Benzoflex™ LA-705

Markets: Adhesives, Sealants & Caulks, Construction Adhesives

Technologies: Functional Additives

Chemical Family: Benzoates

Benzoflex™ LA-705 is a global solution for waterborne adhesives offering excellent performance and the unique combination of complete FDA clearance and no EU labeling vs traditional plasticizers.

Eastman Triacetin

Markets: Bath & Shower, Color Cosmetics, Nail Care

Technologies: Aroma Ingredients, Film Formers, Other Functional Additives

INCI Names: Triacetin

Eastman™ Triacetin is used as a plasticizer for cellulosic resins and is compatible in all proportions with cellulose acetate, nitrocellulose, and ethyl cellulose. Eastman™ Triacetin is useful for imparting plasticity and flow to laminating resins, particularly at low temperatures, and is also used as a plasticizer for vinylidene polymers and copolymers. It serves as an ingredient in inks for printing on plastics, and as a plasticizer in nail polish. For food additive applications, Eastman supplies Eastman™ Triacetin, Kosher, Food Grade, and Eastman™ Triacetin, Food Grade, which are made under appropriate current good manufacturing practices (cGMP) for these applications.

TEXANOL

TEXANOL™ Ester Alcohol

Markets: Automotive OEM Coatings, Vehicle Refinish, Automotive OEM Coatings

Technologies: Surface Modifiers, Alcohols

Chemical Family: Alcohols & Diols

Eastman Texanol™ ester alcohol is the premier coalescent for latex paints. It performs well in all types of latex paints, in a variety of weather conditions, and over substrates with different levels of porosity. Eastman Texanol™ ester alcohol provides the highest level of film integrity at low levels of coalescent, enhancing the performance properties of the paint including low temperature coalescence, touch-up, scrub resistance, washability, color development, thermal flexibility, and resistance to mudcracking. Eastman Texanol™; ester alcohol also enhances thickening efficiency when used with associative thickeners. Eastman Texanol™ ester alcohol also works well in a variety of other applications. It is an ideal choice as a retarder solvent for use in coil coatings and high-bake enamels. Its unique balance of properties also makes it useful for a variety of chemical specialty applications such as ore flotation / frothing, oil-drilling muds, wood preservative carriers, and floor polishes. With a boiling point of 254°C, (vapor pressure 0.01 kPa @ 20°C), Eastman Texanol ester alcohol is not classified as a VOC according to European Union Decopaint Directive 2004/42/EC (commonly referred to as the Decopaint Directive); European Union Solvent Emissions Directive); and the China State Environmental Protection agency. Due to its non-VOC status, low toxicity, and biodegradability, Eastman Texanol™ ester alcohol has been awarded Green Label Type II certificate in China by the China Environmental United Certification Co. Ltd. (CEC), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the State Environmental Protection Administration of China (SEPA). The chemical substances for this product are listed as Inert Ingredients Permitted for Use in Nonfood Use Pesticide Products under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). For details on specific permissions, click here.

Eastman MPK

Markets: Automotive OEM Coatings, Vehicle Refinish, Automotive OEM Coatings

Technologies: Aldehydes & Ketones

Chemical Family: Ketones

Eastman™ MPK (Methyl n-Propyl Ketone) is a medium evaporating, urethane-grade solvent. It is an active solvent for most synthetic resins including acrylics, polyesters, cellulosics, epoxies, vinyls, and alkyds. Its high solvency, low density, and medium evaporation rate make it attractive as a letdown solvent for high-solids resins used in formulating coatings with low VOC content. It is used in gravure printing inks and also provides excellent performance for a wide range of cleaning and surface preparation applications for the transportation industry. Eastman™ MPK - Substitution for Aerospace Cleaning Applications: From cleaning to pre-treatment, tests prove Eastman™ MPK is an effective non-HAP solvent alternative to MEK and toluene. With a vapor pressure of 27.8 mm @ 20°C, well below the 45 mm limit allows for compliance to NESHAP (National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants) requirements for hand-wipe cleaning operations for aerospace. http://www.epa.gov/ttnatw01/aerosp/aeroimp.pdf. Eastman™ MPK satisfies the rigorous aerospace performance requirements. It evaporates more slowly than MEK solvent due to its larger molecule. This property allows for much of the solvent to remain on the wipe instead of emitting into the air and extends the useful life of the wipe. *Eastman™ MPK (Methyl n-Propyl Ketone) is not on EPA’s HAP or SARA list, but it does contain <= 10% MIBK, which is on both lists. The chemical substances for this product are listed as Inert Ingredients Permitted for Use in Nonfood Use Pesticide Products under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). For details on specific permissions, click here.

Eastman EEP

Markets: Architectural Coatings, Architectural Coatings, Industrial Coatings

Technologies: Other Solvents & Specialties, Dispersing & Wetting Additives

Eastman™ EEP (Ethyl 3-Ethoxypropionate) is a slow evaporating ether-ester solvent with excellent activity for a wide range of coating polymers. Its linear structure and propionyl group in the center of the molecule give this material a combination of desirable properties not found in other solvents. These include a slow evaporation rate, good resistance to solvent popping in baking applications, a moderate odor, low surface tension and high electrical resistance. In addition, it yields low polymer solution viscosities when compared to solvents with similar evaporation rates, provides excellent solvent release from coating films, and gives exceptional flow and leveling with a wide range of coatings. It is supplied as a urethane grade solvent. The chemical substances for this product are listed as Inert Ingredients Permitted for Use in Nonfood Use Pesticide Products under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). For details on specific permissions, click here.

Optifilm

Optifilm™ enhancer 400

Markets: Marine Coatings, Marine Coatings, Architectural Coatings

Technologies: Surface Modifiers

Eastman Optifilm™ enhancer 400 is a very low VOC, low odor coalescent that is compatible with a variety of latex types. It is an efficient coalescent that aids in the development of latex paints that have a good balance of performance properties. Eastman Optifilm™ enhancer 400 delivers excellent film integrity, touch-up properties, and scrub resistance, even at the lowest VOCs content. Paints prepared with Eastman Optifilm™ enhancer 400 have also demonstrated good exterior durability after one year exposure. It can also be blended with other coalescents such as Texanol™ Ester Alcohol or Eastman™ EEH glycol ether to further optimize the balance of low VOC content and paint performance.

Eastman EEH Solvent

Markets: Architectural Coatings, Architectural Coatings, Industrial Coatings

Technologies: Surface Modifiers, Dispersing & Wetting Additives

Eastman™ EEH Solvent (Ethylene Glycol 2-Ethylhexyl Ether) is primarily used in performance specialty coatings applications. It offers an excellent balance of performance properties when used as a coalescent in architectural and industrial maintenance coatings. Eastman™ EEH Solvent has low water miscibility, low surface tension, good hydrolytic stability, and high electrical resistance. In electrodeposition primers, Eastman™ EEH Solvent reduces volatilization from dip tanks and provides good flow and leveling of the coating in the baking oven. It is not a HAP or listed on SARA 313. *Modeled using The Estimation Programs Interface (EPI) Suite™ (EPA), BIOWIN v4.10 module

Optifilm

Optifilm™ enhancer 300

Markets: Marine Coatings, Marine Coatings, Architectural Coatings

Technologies: Surface Modifiers

Eastman Optifilm™ enhancer 300 is an efficient, low odor, low toxicity coalescent for latex paints. Its broad compatibility, easy incorporation, and excellent hydrolytic stability allow its use in a wide range of latex types. Appropriate for many architectural applications, it is particularly suited for low odor flat and low sheen wall paints. The low odor performance of Eastman Optifilm™ 300 enhancer was evaluated in statistically designed experiments. The technical tip titled Reduce Dispersion Paint Odour Using Eastman Optifilm™ enhancer 300 below outlines the procedure used and the evaluation results.

Eastman Isobutyl Acetate

Markets: AP/Deo, Automotive OEM Coatings, Vehicle Refinish

Technologies: Aroma Ingredients, Solvents & Carriers, Esters & Ethers

Chemical Family: Acetates, Esters

INCI Names: Isobutyl Acetate

Eastman™ Isobutyl Acetate is a medium boiling solvent with a typical mild, fruity, ester odor. It resembles n-butyl acetate and methyl isobutyl ketone in solvent performance and can be used as a replacement for these solvents in many formulations. Its combination of good solvent activity, desirable evaporation rate, and pleasant odor enables it to be used in a wide range of coating applications.The chemical substances for this product are listed as Inert Ingredients Permitted for Use in Nonfood Use Pesticide Products under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). For details on specific permissions, click here.

EASTAR

EASTAR™ MB002

Markets: Food & Beverage Packaging, Housewares, Laboratory & Diagnostics

Technologies: Polyesters & Copolyesters

Chemical Family: Polyesters

Polymer Name: Copolyester Resin

Eastar™ copolyester MB002 has been tested for FDA/ISO 10993 and USP Class VI Biological Evaluation testing after Gamma and EtO sterilization. It is a resin specifically developed for extrusion blow molding containers in medical applications where aesthetics such as high clarity and gloss, coupled with high toughness and chemical resistance, are desirable. Compared to many commonly used materials, Eastar™ copolyester MB002 runs on most standard processing equipment with broader processing conditions, and its toughness and melt strength enable blow molding of larger containers with greater design flexibility. This product meets the biocompatibility requirements under FDA/ISO 10993 and USP Class 6, Plastics. This product has been GREENGUARD INDOOR AIR QUALITY CERTIFIED®. The GREENGUARD INDOOR AIR QUALITY CERTIFIED® Mark is a registered certification mark used under license through the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute (GEI). GEI is an industry-independent, non-profit organization that oversees the GREENGUARD Certification Program. The GREENGUARD Certification Program is an industry independent, third-party testing program for low-emitting products and materials for indoor environments. For more information about GEI and to obtain printable certificates for Eastman™ Copolyesters, visit www.greenguard.org. Choose Eastman Chemical Company under the Manufacturer category and click search to display a list of our products.

Eastman n-Propyl Propionate

Markets: Automotive OEM Coatings, Vehicle Refinish, Automotive OEM Coatings

Technologies: Esters & Ethers, Dispersing & Wetting Additives

Chemical Family: Esters

Eastman™ n-Propyl Propionate is a non-HAP, medium evaporating, urethane grade solvent that provides good activity for most coating resins. Its good activity yields efficient resin viscosity reduction that enables the development of lower VOC coatings. Eastman n-propyl propionate linear structure allows fast diffusion through coatings and printing inks films. It has lower odor than solvents of similar volatility. Many resins are letdown in a solvent thinning tank to make handling, storing, and shipping easier. Eastman™ n-Propyl Propionate is useful as a letdown solvent because of its low volatility, good solvent activity, and urethane grade quality. Since this product is not a HAP, it is a good choice when formulating solvent blend replacements for toluene and xylene in coating applications such as high-solids thermoset enamels. Its high electrical resistivity is beneficial in optimizing transfer efficiency in coatings applied via electrostatic spray equipment. *Modeled using The Estimation Programs Interface (EPI) Suite™ (EPA), BIOWIN v4.10 module

Eastman CAB-381-2

Markets: Color Cosmetics, Nail Care, Automotive OEM Coatings

Technologies: Film Formers, Other Resins & Binders

Chemical Family: Esters, Cellulose & Cellulosics

INCI Names: Cellulose Acetate Butyrate

Eastman Cellulose Acetate Butyrate CAB-381-2 is a cellulose ester with medium butyryl content and high viscosity. Other than a higher viscosity and molecular weight, this cellulose ester shares the same general characteristics as CAB-381-0.1 and CAB-381-0.5. CAB-381-2 offers a combination of solubility and compatibility, moisture resistance, excellent surface hardness, and good film strength. When CAB-381-2 is dissolved in appropriate solvents, a clear, colorless solution is produced. It is supplied as a dry, free-flowing powder.Eastman CAB-381-2 is based on cellulose, one of the most abundant natural renewable resources. The calculated approximate bio-content value of 40% for Eastman CAB-381-2 was determined by using six bio-based carbon atoms per anhyroglucose unit divided by the total number of carbons per anhyroglucose unit. Although the value reported is not specifically measured for bio-carbon, it can be estimated based on typical partition data. For applications that require food contact compliance, please refer to Eastman CAB-381-2, Food Contact.

CADENCE

CADENCE™ GS3

Markets: Furniture, Other Automotive Applications, Other Devices & Assemblies

Technologies: Polyesters & Copolyesters

Chemical Family: Polyesters

Polymer Name: Copolyester Resin

Eastman Cadence™ GS3 is a high-melt-strength amorphous copolyester for film calendering. Calendered films made of Eastman Cadence™ copolyesters are non-crystallizing, are halogen-free, offer wide calendering and thermoforming windows and have good low-temperature toughness. They are cooperative in secondary operations such as solvent-bonding, lamination, decoration, cold-forming, punching/cutting and embossment. Eastman Cadence™ resins require no pre-drying or additional stabilizers. This product has been GREENGUARD INDOOR AIR QUALITY CERTIFIED®. The GREENGUARD INDOOR AIR QUALITY CERTIFIED® Mark is a registered certification mark used under license through the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute (GEI). GEI is an industry-independent, non-profit organization that oversees the GREENGUARD Certification Program. The GREENGUARD Certification Program is an industry independent, third-party testing program for low-emitting products and materials for indoor environments. For more information about GEI and to obtain printable certificates for Eastman™ Copolyesters, visit www.greenguard.org. Choose Eastman Chemical Company under the Manufacturer category and click search to display a list of our products. This product has been CRADLE TO CRADLE CERTIFIEDTM Bronze, with Material Health Certificate, Platinum. The CRADLE TO CRADLE CERTIFIED mark is a registered certification mark used under license through the Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute, a nonprofit organization that administers the publicly available Cradle to Cradle CertifiedTM Product Standard which provides designers and manufacturers with criteria and requirements for continually improving product materials and manufacturing processes. The Cradle to Cradle CertifiedTM Product Standard guides designers and manufacturers through a continual improvement process that looks at a product through five quality categories—material health, material reutilization, renewable energy and carbon management, water stewardship, and social fairness. A product receives an achievement level in each category—Basic, Bronze, Silver, Gold, or Platinum—with the lowest achievement level representing the product’s overall mark. The Material Health Certificate provides manufacturers with a trusted way to communicate their efforts to identify and replace chemicals of concern in their products. For more information about Cradle to Cradle certification and to obtain printable certificates for Eastman copolyesters, visit www.c2ccertified.org. Search for Eastman Chemical Company in Cradle to Cradle Certified Products Registry.

CADENCE

CADENCE™ GS5

Markets: Labeling, Other Automotive Applications, Other Devices & Assemblies

Technologies: Polyesters & Copolyesters

Chemical Family: Polyesters

Polymer Name: Copolyester Resin

Eastman Cadence™ GS5 is an amorphous copolyester with improved processability for film calendering. Calendered films made of Eastman Cadence™ copolyester are non-crystallizing, are halogen-free, offer wide calendering and thermoforming windows and have good low-temperature toughness. They are cooperative in secondary operations such as solvent-bonding, lamination, decoration, cold-forming, punching/cutting and embossment. Eastman Cadence™ resins require no pre-drying or additional stabilizers. This product has been GREENGUARD INDOOR AIR QUALITY CERTIFIED®. The GREENGUARD INDOOR AIR QUALITY CERTIFIED® Mark is a registered certification mark used under license through the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute (GEI). GEI is an industry-independent, non-profit organization that oversees the GREENGUARD Certification Program. The GREENGUARD Certification Program is an industry independent, third-party testing program for low-emitting products and materials for indoor environments. For more information about GEI and to obtain printable certificates for Eastman™ Copolyesters, visit www.greenguard.org. Choose Eastman Chemical Company under the Manufacturer category and click search to display a list of our products. This product has been CRADLE TO CRADLE CERTIFIEDTM Bronze, with Material Health Certificate, Platinum. The CRADLE TO CRADLE CERTIFIED mark is a registered certification mark used under license through the Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute, a nonprofit organization that administers the publicly available Cradle to Cradle CertifiedTM Product Standard which provides designers and manufacturers with criteria and requirements for continually improving product materials and manufacturing processes. The Cradle to Cradle CertifiedTM Product Standard guides designers and manufacturers through a continual improvement process that looks at a product through five quality categories—material health, material reutilization, renewable energy and carbon management, water stewardship, and social fairness. A product receives an achievement level in each category—Basic, Bronze, Silver, Gold, or Platinum—with the lowest achievement level representing the product’s overall mark. The Material Health Certificate provides manufacturers with a trusted way to communicate their efforts to identify and replace chemicals of concern in their products. For more information about Cradle to Cradle certification and to obtain printable certificates for Eastman copolyesters, visit www.c2ccertified.org. Search for Eastman Chemical Company in Cradle to Cradle Certified Products Registry.

Eastman MIAK

Markets: Automotive OEM Coatings, Vehicle Refinish, Automotive OEM Coatings

Technologies: Aldehydes & Ketones, Dispersing & Wetting Additives

Chemical Family: Ketones

Eastman™ MIAK (Methyl Isoamyl Ketone) has high solvent activity, slow evaporation rate, low density, low surface tension, and a high boiling point. These properties make MIAK a very good solvent for high-solids coatings. Because regulations limit the weight of solvent per gallon of coating, formulators favor the use of low-density solvents that help reduce the VOC content of a coating. MIAK is lower in density than ester, aromatic hydrocarbons, and glycol ether solvents with similar evaporation rates. The low density and high activity of MIAK are significant advantages when formulating low-viscosity, high-solids coatings. In addition, MIAK is useful as a polymerization solvent for high solids acrylic resins. The chemical substances for this product are listed as Inert Ingredients Permitted for Use in Nonfood Use Pesticide Products under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). For details on specific permissions, click here.

Optifilm

Optifilm™ OT1200 Additive

Markets: Architectural Coatings, Architectural Coatings, Other Printing Applications

Technologies: Surface Modifiers

Eastman Optifilm™ additive OT1200 uniquely improves the application properties of your paint through improved workability and longer open time over a range of application conditions. OT1200 is a low VOC additive and does not negatively affect other key paint properties such as water resistance, wet adhesion, block resistance and stability. Because the impact of OT1200 is in the early stages of film formation, it will not affect dry time or recoat time of the paint. OT1200 can be substituted for volatile glycols, giving a substantial reduction in the VOC content while improving the application feel and workability of the paint. The additive helps meet a global need of architectural paint formulators to develop compliant solutions without compromising performance.

Eastman EB Solvent

Markets: Hair Care, Nail Care, Automotive OEM Coatings

Technologies: Solvents & Carriers, Esters & Ethers, Functional Additives

Chemical Family: Glycols

Eastman EB Solvent (Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether) offers numerous benefits in coating, ink, and cleaner applications. It is an excellent solvent for many coatings resin types, including alkyd, phenolic, maleic, epoxy, and nitrocellulose resins. It is an exceptional retarder solvent for lacquers, improving gloss and flow-out. Eastman™ EB Solvent is also widely used in amine-solubilized, water-based coatings because of its high flash point, complete water solubility, slow evaporation rate, low surface tension, and high coupling efficiency. This product is an effective coalescent that improves film integrity in both architectural and industrial maintenance latex paints. Its unique combination of properties enables the effective removal of contaminants when used in Industrial & Institutional and/or household cleaners. On November 18, 2004, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) removed ethylene glycol monobutyl ether (EGBE) from the Clean Air Act (CAA) list of Hazardous Air Pollutants (HAP). Thus, EGBE is no longer subject to the Maximum Achievable Control Technology (MACT), residual risk and other specific requirements found in the CAA. Eastman sells EGBE under the brand name Eastman™ EB Solvent. The chemical substances for this product are listed as Inert Ingredients Permitted for Use in Nonfood Use Pesticide Products, and in Food Use Pesticide Products with limitations, under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). For details on specific permissions, click here.

Eastman Isopropyl Acetate

Markets: AP/Deo, Automotive OEM Coatings, Vehicle Refinish

Technologies: Solvents & Carriers, Other Solvents & Specialties, Dispersing & Wetting Additives

Chemical Family: Acetates

Eastman™ Isopropyl Acetate is a urethane grade, fast evaporating, mild odor solvent that is miscible with most common organic solvents and has properties intermediate between ethyl and butyl acetates. It is an active solvent for many types of synthetic resins such as cellulose acetate butyrate, nitrocellulose, vinyl copolymers, polyesters, polyamides, acrylics, and alkyds. *Modeled using The Estimation Programs Interface (EPI) Suite™ (EPA), BIOWIN v4.10 module The chemical substances for this product are listed as Inert Ingredients Permitted for Use in Nonfood Use Pesticide Products under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). For details on specific permissions, click here.

Eastman CAB-531-1

Markets: Color Cosmetics, Nail Care, Automotive OEM Coatings

Technologies: Film Formers, Functional Additives, Other Resins & Binders

Chemical Family: Esters, Cellulose & Cellulosics

INCI Names: Cellulose Acetate Butyrate

Eastman Cellulose Acetate Butyrate (CAB-531-1) is a cellulose ester with a higher butyryl level than Eastman CAB-381 type esters. Tough films with good resistance to marring and weathering are possible through combinations of cellulose acetate butyrate with thermoplastic acrylic resins. Eastman CAB-531-1 and CAB-381 esters are similar in hydroxyl content and solubility characteristics, both being soluble in a wide range of solvents. Eastman CAB-531-1 is a more flexible resin that requires lower plasticizer modification than the Eastman CAB-381 esters. When CAB-531-1 is dissolved in appropriate solvents, a clear, colorless solution is produced.Eastman CAB-531-1 is based on cellulose, one of the most abundant natural renewable resources. The calculated approximate bio-content value of 38% for Eastman CAB-531-1 was determined by using six bio-based carbon atoms per anhyroglucose unit divided by the total number of carbons per anhyroglucose unit. Although the value reported is not specifically measured for bio-carbon, it can be estimated based on typical partition data. For applications that require food contact compliance, please refer to Eastman CAB-531-1, Food Contact.

TRITAN

TRITAN™ VX351HF

Markets: Other Devices & Assemblies, Other Automotive Applications, Other Consumer Goods Applications

Technologies: Polyesters & Copolyesters

Chemical Family: Polyesters

Polymer Name: Copolyester Resin

Tritan VX351HF is an amorphous copolyester with excellent clarity and impact resistance. The outstanding chemical resistance, hydrolytic stability, and ease of processing make Tritan™ VX351HF an ideal candidate for a broad spectrum of optical applications such sunglass lenses, optical glass lenses and safety eyewear.

Eastman n-Butyl Propionate

Markets: Automotive OEM Coatings, Vehicle Refinish, Automotive OEM Coatings

Technologies: Alcohols, Dispersing & Wetting Additives

Chemical Family: Alcohols & Diols

Eastman™ n-Butyl Propionate is a non-HAP, slow evaporating, and urethane grade solvent with good solvent activity for most coating resins. In lacquers and ambient cure enamels, this solvent is used as a retarder solvent. Its slow evaporation rate allows for flow and leveling but does not prevent the quick rubbing and sanding of the lacquer. Many resins are letdown in a solvent thinning tank to make handling, storing, and shipping easier. Eastman™ n-Butyl Propionate is useful as a letdown solvent because of its low volatility, good solvent activity, and urethane grade quality. Since n-Butyl Propionate is not on EPA's HAP list, it is a good choice for replacing xylene in coating applications such as high-solids thermoset enamels. It is also used as a processing solvent for high-solids acrylic resins, and for coatings applied via electrostatic spray equipment.