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EkaSol™ 1 is a VOC compliant, low toxicity solvent that is an efficient and cost effective replacement for Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK).

Labeling Claims: Benzene-free, Environmentally Friendly, HAPs-free, Low VOC, Non-Carcinogenic, Other Labeling Claims, Recyclable, VOC-free

Purity (Assay): 99.5 - 99.5 %

Features: Excellent Flow, Good Compatibility

Technical Data Sheet
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Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Base Chemicals Functions
CASE Ingredients Functions

Features & Benefits

CASE Ingredients Features
Advantages
  • has high purity and is both non-toxic and biodegradable
  • is ideal for eliminating/reducing Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) emissions
  • dries completely
  • has excellent solvency and solubility
  • has improved flow characteristics compared to MEK and Acetone
  • has a high loading capacity

Applications & Uses

Compatible Polymers & Resins
Ink & Toner Type
Uses
  • paints and coating formulations and cleaning
  • paint and varnish removers
  • ink and marker formulations and cleaning
  • adhesive formulation and cleaning
  • adhesive removers
  • gelcoat formulation and cleaning
  • fiberglass manufacturing
  • hard surface cleaners
  • lubricating greases and oils
  • automotive chemicals and cleaners
  • undercoat formulation and cleaning
  • waterproofing compounds
  • household dyes and tints
  • laundry starches and shoe polishes
  • nail polish removers
  • surface preparation and precision cleaner
  • general purpose surface wipe cleaner
  • general and heavy duty degreaser
  • laboratory and equipment wipe solvent
  • brake and contact cleaner
  • paint gun and paint line cleaner

Properties

Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Auto Ignition Temperture454°C
Average Molecular Weight79.38g/mol
Colormax. 10APHAAOCS Td 1b-64
Density (25°C)0.97g/ml
Evaporation Rate (n-Butyl Acetate = 1)3.62
Flash Point5°C
Hansen solubility parameters, total (MPa)1/219.1
Heat of Combustion176.9btu/lb
Heat of Combustion9205.2btu/lb
Heat of Combustion9205.2btu/lb
δD (dispersion)15.73
δH (hydrogen bonding)8.51
δP (polar)6.43
Initial Boiling Point64.2°C
Kauri Butanol (Kb) Value79.1
Lower Explosive Limit3.11%
Maximum Incremental Reactivity (MIR)0.47
Melting Point-71.2°C
Molar Heat Capacity161.2Jmol-1K-1
Purity (Wt % Min)min. 99.50% wt
Solubility (25°C ,Water)0.211g/mL
Specific Gravity0.97
Viscosity (25°C)0.86
VOC Content2.66
Volatility100
Water Contentmax. 320

Regulatory & Compliance

Chemical Inventories