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EAA (Ethyl Acetoacetate)
EAA (ethyl acetoacetate) is a low-color, low-viscosity liquid used in various applications, including as a copromoter for unsaturated polyester resins.
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- Manufacturer: Arxada
- Product Line: Arxada Diketene Derivatives
- Product: EAA – Ethyl Acetoacetate
- Industries: Agriculture | Coatings | Personal Care
- Authorized Countries: Canada | United States
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EAA (ethyl acetoacetate) is a 99% purity, low-color, low-viscosity liquid copromoter and intermediate that is readily soluble in water and common organic solvents. Ethyl acetoacetate can be used in multiple applications and is commonly used to replace styrene in unsaturated polyester formulations due to its ability to develop desirable hardness more rapidly. Acetoacetates are typically preferred as copromoters in polymerizing polyester resins for their ability to lower the resin viscosity and polymer Tg and cross-link with other polymers via multiple reaction pathways. EAA is also commonly used as a chemical intermediate and stabilizer in fragrances due to its low color and pleasant odor. It is also used as an intermediate for agricultural and pharmaceutical applications.
Specifications
Appearance: Clear liquid
Color: Colorless
Identity (GC, RT): Corresponds
Color (APHA): <15
Assay (GC, norm), %: 99.0
Acid (as acetic acid, titr.), % w/w: <0.10
Water (KF), % w/w: <0.05
CAS number: 141-97-9
Molecular formula: C6H10O3
Primary Chemistry: Ethyl acetoacetate
Features & Benefits
Rapidly increases unsaturated polyester resin hardness
Low color
Low viscosity
Pleasant odor
Lower Tg
Cross-linking versatility
Problems Solved
Fragrance manufacturers are particular about the chemical intermediates they use, as some intermediates can have an unpleasant odor, affecting the smell of the final product. Resin manufacturers also use specific intermediates in their formulations. Copromoters with a high viscosity or glass transition temperature can negatively impact the final resin properties. Some copromoters can also cause the resin to yellow, which is an issue in gel coats, colorants, and other color-sensitive applications.
Applications
Pharmaceutical
Colorants
Agriculture
Polymers
Coatings
Gel coats
Fragrances
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