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Melted to form a clear, clean liquid for easier handling. This is also available in solid form platelets at room temperature.
- Eastman
- Eastman Resin Intermediates
- TMPD (Trimethyl Pentanediol)
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Canada | United States
Product Overview
Eastman TMPD™ molten is a liquid glycol used to formulate coatings and unsaturated polyester laminating resins. TMPD™ is ideal for formulating high solids and low VOC coatings.
Product Specifications
Appearance (molten): Clear, clean liquid
Molecular weight: 146.22
Melting point: 46-55°C (114.8-131°F)
Crystallization point: 31°C (88°F)
Flash point: 113°C (235°F)
Boiling point @ 760 mm Hg: 220-235°C (428-455°F)
Specific gravity @ 55°C/15°C: 0.928
CAS: 144-19-4
Molecular weight: 146.22
Melting point: 46-55°C (114.8-131°F)
Crystallization point: 31°C (88°F)
Flash point: 113°C (235°F)
Boiling point @ 760 mm Hg: 220-235°C (428-455°F)
Specific gravity @ 55°C/15°C: 0.928
CAS: 144-19-4
Features & Benefits
Very stable in waterborne polyester formulations
Excellent chemical, stain, and humidity resistance
Low viscosity and density allowing
excellent solubility in solvents
Outstanding corrosion resistance in fiberglass-reinforced plastic applications
Excellent chemical, stain, and humidity resistance
Low viscosity and density allowing
excellent solubility in solvents
Outstanding corrosion resistance in fiberglass-reinforced plastic applications
Problems Solved
Poor Polyester Resin Stain & Corrosion Resistance
Troublesome Resin System Viscosity
Inferior Resin Solubility Characteristics
Troublesome Resin System Viscosity
Inferior Resin Solubility Characteristics
Applications
Used in coatings for metal office furniture, automotive, industrial maintenance, and general metal applications.