ShiraSol™ is a VOC-compliant, safe, low toxicity solvent that is an efficient, cost effective alternative to Mineral Spirits, Aromatic 100, Aromatic 150, Methyl Amyl Ketone, n-Butyl Acetate and other slow evaporating solvents. ShiraSol is formulated for use as a cleaner, primary or co-solvent in a variety of formulations involving aliphatic, aromatic and ketone solvent systems.

Functions: Rheology Modifier, Solvent, Thinner

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

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Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Base Chemicals Functions
CASE Ingredients Functions

Features & Benefits

CASE Ingredients Features
Advantages
  • has high purity, low toxicity and is biodegradable
  • is zero-VOC and therefore eliminates Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) emissions
  • offers better solvency and safety compared to Mineral Spirits
  • has higher flash point than Mineral Spirits, Aromatic 100, Methyl Amyl Ketone and n-Butyl Acetate
  • has similar evaporation rate to Mineral Spirits
  • dries completely and leaves no surface residue
  • superior solvency and solubility
  • has excellent loading capacity
  • is 10 - 25% more efficient in viscosity reduction than Xylene

Applications & Uses

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Adhesive & Sealant Type
Ink & Toner Type
Uses
  • as a paint thinner and diluent for paints, coatings, inks and adhesives
  • in conjunction with cutting oils and as a thread cutting and reaming lubricant
  • ink thinners used in making monoprints
  • dissolution of a variety of polymers and resins
  • aerosols, stains, wood preservatives, lacquers, varnishes, concrete and asphalt products
  • release agents
  • automobile cleaning products
  • cleaners/degreasers
  • liquid-filled compasses and gages
  • as an alternative to kerosene
  • cleaning and unclogging screens after printing with oil-based textile and plastisol inks

Properties

Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Auto Ignition Temperture452.5°C
Average Molecular Weight180.97g/mol
Colormax. 10APHAAOCS Td 1b-64
Density (25°C)1.2g/ml
Evaporation Rate (n-Butyl Acetate = 1)0.1
Flash Point43.5°C
Global Warming Potential (100 year GWP)5.4
Hansen solubility parameters, total (MPa)1/217.2
Heat of Combustion8046.8btu/lb
Heat of Combustion97.8btu/lb
δD (dispersion)13.9
δH (hydrogen bonding)3.4
δP (polar)8.3
Initial Boiling Point147.5°C
Kauri Butanol (Kb) Value54.47
Lower Explosive Limit1.28%
Maximum Incremental Reactivity (MIR)0.097
Melting Point-44.1°C
Melting Point-44.1°C
Purity (Wt % Min)min. 99% wt
Solubility (25°C ,Water)0.026g/mL
Specific Gravity1.2
Viscosity (25°C)1.18
VOC Content2.9
Volatility100
Water Contentmax. 500%

Regulatory & Compliance

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