Propyl lactate is a colorless to pale yellow liquid ester. It has a mild, pleasant odor and is known for its excellent solvency, biodegradability, and low toxicity. As a naturally derived solvent, it provides an eco-friendly alternative to petroleum-based chemicals in cleaning, coatings, and personal care applications.<\/p>\n
This lactate ester dissolves a wide range of resins, oils, and greases while offering slow evaporation and high solvency power. It is commonly used in degreasers, ink removers, and industrial formulations. In cosmetics, it serves as a mild solvent and emollient. Its GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) status makes it suitable for indirect food contact applications as well.<\/p>\n
Chemical Name:<\/strong> Propyl Lactate Industrial Cleaners:<\/strong> Used in degreasing and metal cleaning<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Paints and Coatings:<\/strong> Acts as a slow-evaporating, high-performance solvent<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Printing Inks:<\/strong> Improves ink flow and pigment dispersion<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Cosmetics and Personal Care:<\/strong> Solvent for active ingredients, emollient base<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Adhesives:<\/strong> Improves bonding and application flow<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Flavor & Fragrance:<\/strong> Used in trace amounts in formulations (indirect food contact)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Cleaning and Degreasing:<\/strong> Paints, Coatings, and Inks:<\/strong> Personal Care and Cosmetics:<\/strong> Adhesives and Sealants:<\/strong> Store in a tightly sealed container made of stainless steel or HDPE. 20 L HDPE drum<\/p>\n<\/li>\n 200 L HDPE barrel Avoid eye and skin contact. Propyl lactate is a biodegradable solvent used in cleaners, coatings, inks, and cosmetics. It offers excellent solvency and low toxicity for eco-conscious formulations.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":8286,"template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[1877],"product_cat":[532],"product_tag":[1909,2076,1947,1183,1915,2077,1920,1916,2003,2075,2078,2005],"class_list":["post-8285","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_brand-chemical","product_cat-technical-chemical-products","product_tag-biodegradable-ester","product_tag-c6h12o3","product_tag-cosmetic-solvent","product_tag-eco-friendly-degreaser","product_tag-green-solvent","product_tag-industrial-cleaner","product_tag-ink-solvent","product_tag-lactic-acid-ester","product_tag-paint-solvent","product_tag-propyl-lactate","product_tag-slow-evaporating-solvent","product_tag-voc-compliant-solvent","first","instock","shipping-taxable","product-type-simple"],"yoast_head":"\n
Synonyms:<\/strong> Propyl 2-hydroxypropanoate
Molecular Formula:<\/strong> C\u2086H\u2081\u2082O\u2083
Molecular Weight:<\/strong> 132.16 g\/mol
CAS Number:<\/strong> 109-93-3
EC Number:<\/strong> 203-714-2
Appearance:<\/strong> Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor:<\/strong> Mild, fruity
Density:<\/strong> ~1.02 g\/cm\u00b3 at 25\u00b0C
Boiling Point:<\/strong> ~170\u00b0C
Solubility:<\/strong> Miscible with alcohols, esters, and hydrocarbons; limited solubility in water
Flash Point:<\/strong> ~82\u00b0C
Biodegradability:<\/strong> Readily biodegradable
VOC Content:<\/strong> Low to moderate, depending on formulation<\/p>\n
\nApplications<\/strong><\/h5>\n
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\nIndustries of Use<\/strong><\/h5>\n
Propyl lactate is highly effective in cleaning oily residues and industrial soils. Its slow evaporation rate makes it ideal for prolonged contact cleaning in automotive and machinery maintenance.<\/p>\n
The solvent provides excellent flow, leveling, and open time in water-based and solvent-borne systems. It reduces VOCs in eco-friendly coatings.<\/p>\n
Manufacturers use it as a fragrance carrier and solvent in creams, lotions, and wipes due to its mildness and skin compatibility.<\/p>\n
Propyl lactate enhances spreadability and drying performance in pressure-sensitive and water-based adhesives.<\/p>\n
\nStorage Conditions<\/strong><\/h5>\n
Keep in a cool, well-ventilated area away from ignition sources.
Avoid prolonged exposure to light and heat.
Protect from moisture and reactive chemicals.<\/p>\n
\nPackaging<\/strong><\/h5>\n
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All packaging conforms to GHS and international transport standards.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\nSafety & Handling<\/strong><\/h5>\n
Wear protective gloves, goggles, and clothing.
Do not inhale vapors.
Use only in well-ventilated areas.
Dispose of according to local environmental regulations.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"