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Dimethylolbutanoic Acid

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Briefly

We are a major distributor of Dimethylolbutanoic Acid for Eastern and Western Europe, but with excellent opportunities for export outside of Europe.

Description and uses

With a tertiary carboxylic acid group and two reactive hydroxyl groups, Dimethylol Butanoic Acid is one single molecule that offers the functionalities of water-soluble polyurethane and polyester.

  • Highly solubility in organic solvents.
  • 10 times more soluble in acetone than dimethyl propanoic acid.
  • Does not require N-Methyl Pyrrolidine as a co-solvent.
  • Does not have a coagulation problem.
  • Gives a clear solution after the reaction.


Some examples on the use of DMBA:

  • (water soluble) polyurethane dispersions
  • chemical building block
  • photo chemicals
  • printing inks
  • alkyds & polyesters

Applications

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Safety information

Detailed safety information is contained in each material data safety sheet, which can be obtained from our sales offices.

Product details

Product group ---
Synonym product 2,2-Bis(hydroxymethyl)butyric acid, Bis-MBA, alpha-Bis(hydroxymethyl)butyric acid
Package Bulk
Packed Materials
Statistics number 2918-19-80(-30)
Cas number 10097-02-6
Cus number ---
EC number 424-090-1
RID/ADR number ---
UN number ---

Physical properties

Solubility in water 48% at 20°C
Solubility in acetone 15% at 20°C
Melting point °C 108-115
Toxicity, LD50 (g/kg) 2 (Oral, Rat)
Molecular weight 148.16

Remarks

ECEM provides a full range of related products used in the production of adhesives, acrylic resins, paints & lacquers. Please contact us for information about our specialty products.


For more information about pricing, specification, health & safety issues or if you would like to receive some more information about this product please contact ECEM.

Remarks

ECEM provides a full range of related products used in the production of adhesives, acrylic resins, paints & lacquers. Please contact us for information about our specialty products.


For more information about pricing, specification, health & safety issues or if you would like to receive some more information about this product please contact ECEM.

For more information

feel free to contact us anytime...

tel: +31 (0)20 3128.220

sales@ecem.com

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