PROPYLENE CARBONATE

Appearance

Colorless liquid

Function

Propylene carbonate is used as a polar, aprotic solvent. Propylene carbonate can also be found in some adhesives, paint strippers, and in cosmetics. It is also used as plasticizer.

Synonyms

Propylene Carbonate; Unipeg PC100; 4-Methyl-1,3-dioxolan-2-one; Carbonic acid propylene ester; Texacar PC

Storage

Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated area. Protect from temperature extremes, direct sunlight and store away from incompatible substances. Keep containers upright and closed.

Packages

5 Gram Blue TH Pail
530 lb. Steel Drum
550 lb. Steel B Drum
1 lb. Bulk

Industries

Cosmetics
industrial

Product Classes

Solvent
plasticizer

Other

Origin: Synthetic
Shelf life: 2 years from mfg. date
Freight Classification: NMFC 43940 S 2 CL 85
Kosher Status: Not Kosher
Flash Point: 132 øC (270 øF)
Melting Point: -48.8 øC (-55.8 øF)
API: NO
Allergen: NO
Hazmat: YES
Molecular Weight: 102.09 g/mol