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VertecBio™ EL Ethyl Lactate

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VertecBio™ Ethyl Lactate is an excellent ingredient for formulating printing inks, coatings, resin cleaners, paint strippers, graffiti removers, ink cleaners, etc. Outstanding solvent for agricultural pesticide/herbicide formulations, with approval from the US EPA as a List 4A inert ingredient and “exempt from the requirement of a tolerance.” Also a good “precision” cleaning solvent that dries without leaving any film or residue. Excellent for cleaning some lighter oils and greases, adhesives, etc. Used extensively for electronic circuit board cleaning, aircraft wipe cleaning and other demanding applications. VertecBio™ Ethyl Lactate has a flash point > 140º F.

Chemical Name: Ethyl (S)-2-hydroxypropionate

CAS Number: 687-47-8

Labeling Claims: Bio-based, Biodegradable, From Renewable Resources, HAPs-free, Low Global Warming Potential (GWP), Non-Carcinogenic, Non-Hazardous, Non-Toxic, Not Listed In California Proposition 65, Residues-free, Sustainable

Certifications & Compliance: FDA Compliant, SARA 313

Synonyms: (-)-Ethyl 2-hydroxypropanoate, (-)-Ethyl 2-hydroxypropionate, (-)-Ethyl L-lactate, (-)-Ethyl lactate, (2S)-2-Hydroxypropanoic acid ethyl ester, (2S)-2-Hydroxypropionic acid ethyl ester, (2S)-Ethyl 2-hydroxypropanoate, (L)-(-)-Ethyl lactate, (S)-(-)-Ethyl lactate, (S)-(-)-Lactic acid ethyl ester, (S)-2-Hydroxypropanoic acid ethyl ester, (S)-Lactic acid ethyl ester, Ethyl (-)-(S)-lactate, Ethyl (2S)-(-)-2-hydroxypropanoate, Ethyl (2S)-2-hydroxypropanoate, Ethyl (2S)-hydroxypropanoate, Ethyl (S)-(-)-2-hydroxypropionate, Ethyl (S)-2-hydroxypropanoate, Ethyl (S)-lactate, Ethyl L-(-)-lactate, Ethyl L-lactate, L-Ethyl lactate

Technical Data Sheet
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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Name

Ethyl (S)-2-hydroxypropionate

CASE Ingredients Functions

Solvent

Technologies

CASE Ingredients,

Ready-to-Use Products

Product Families

Ready-to-Use Products — Cleaners

Industrial Cleaners

CASE Ingredients — Solvents & Carriers

Blends & Combinations

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims

Bio-based,

Biodegradable,

From Renewable Resources,

HAPs-free,

Low Global Warming Potential (GWP),

Non-Carcinogenic,

Non-Hazardous,

Non-Toxic,

Not Listed In California Proposition 65,

Residues-free,

Sustainable

CASE Ingredients Features

Excellent Flow,

Excellent Solvent Strength,

High Loading Capacity,

High Performance,

Sustainable

Ready-to-Use Product Features

High Loading Absorption Capability,

High Solvency,

Low Hazardous Air Pollutants,

Very Low Vapor Pressure,

Water-Miscible

Product Features
  • 100% bio-based solvent - reduce Greenhouse Gas Impact.
  • Sustainable chemistry - made from renewable resources.
  • 100% biodegradable to Carbon dioxide and water.
  • FIFRA 25 (b) listed (EPA listed for unrestricted use on food crops).
  • FDA approved as a flavor additive.
Product Benefits
  • High performance, versatile bio-based solvent for formulating
  • Precision bio-based cleaning solvent that leaves no residue
  • Excellent solvency for paints, coatings, and inks
  • Low vapor pressure and high loading capacity
  • 100% water miscible for dilution at time of use
Environmental Benefits
  • No Global Warming compounds.
  • Not California Proposition 65 listed.
  • No HAP’s - No Hazardous Air Pollutants.
  • Not SARA 313 reportable.

Applications & Uses

Markets

HI&I Care,

Industrial,

Personal Care

Applications

Industrial — Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing

Chemical Manufacturing

HI&I Care — Institutional & Industrial Care

Industrial Cleaning

Personal Care — Personal Hygiene

Hand Hygiene

Properties

Physical Form

Liquid

Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Boiling Point309°F—
Flash Point133°FASTM D93, Closed cup
Vapor Pressure (at 68°F)1.7mmHg—
pH of Water Dispersion4——
Specific Gravity1.03——
Evaporation Rate0.22——

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

FDA Compliant,

SARA 313