• High solubility in numerous organic solvents and rapidly disperses throughout ester systems
• Approved by the FDA as a catalyst or cross-linking agent for curing epoxy resins in resinous or polymeric coatings used in food packaging, according to 21 CFR 175.300(b)(3)(viii)
• Does not necessitate demanding or stringent handling conditions and can be charged at any stage throughout the reaction
• Neutral and noncorrosive liquid catalyst
• Utilized to enhance the rate of resin production and accelerate the process of cross-linking in diverse coating applications
• Can be eliminated from the formulation once the reaction is finished
• Resulting ester compounds will exhibit a low concentration of tin
• Can reduce the loss of water from alcohols and prevent the production of unpleasant-smelling, color-forming aldehydes, ethers, and ketones when used in ester systems

Lack of FDA approval for food contact applications
Formulation requires the catalyst to be removed after the reaction completion