Mineral Fillers & Pigments
Menthol (Menthol Crystals)
CAS 89-78-1
Crystalline mint terpene supplied to flavor, fragrance, and oral-care formulators. Established non-medicinal uses include service as a flavor and fragrance ingredient in confectionery, chewing gum, oral-care products, and perfumery, and as a precursor for menthyl esters in flavor compounding.
Synthesis Intermediate
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Solvents - Oxygenated
Mesityl Oxide
CAS 141-79-7
A strong-solvency unsaturated ketone for coatings, polymer solutions, and MIBK synthesis. It dissolves resins, gums, vinyl and cellulose polymers, lacquers, enamels, inks, and oils, is a component of paint and varnish removers, and is an intermediate in the manufacture of methyl isobutyl ketone.
Solvency
Synthesis Intermediate
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Acids & Salts
Methacrylic Acid (MAA)
CAS 79-41-4
A carboxyl-functional monomer for acrylic resins and methacrylate synthesis. It is used as a monomer and comonomer for acrylic resins and polymers and as an intermediate for methacrylate esters.
Film Formation
Synthesis Intermediate
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Specialty Additives
Methyl 2-benzoylbenzoate (OMBB)
CAS 606-28-0
Liquid Type II benzophenone-derivative co-initiator/synergist for low-migration surface cure of UV coatings (Coatings & Construction) Liquid initiator improving solubility in UV/UV-LED inks and varnishes (Industrial Manufacturing) Cures UV-curable plastics and adhesives in amine-synergist systems (Plastics & Polymers)
Crosslinking / Curing
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Specialty Additives
Methyl benzoylformate (MBF)
CAS 15206-55-0
Liquid Type I alpha-ketoester photoinitiator for low-yellowing, low-odor cure of clear UV coatings (Coatings & Construction) Improves surface cure and reduces odor in UV/UV-LED inks and varnishes (Industrial Manufacturing) Cures clear UV-curable adhesives and plastics with easy formulation handling (Plastics & Polymers)
Crosslinking / Curing
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Solvents - Oxygenated
Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK)
CAS 78-93-3
A high-solvency, fast-flash ketone for coatings, inks, adhesives, and resin processing. It is used primarily as a solvent for surface coatings, gums, resins, cellulose acetate and nitrate, inks, adhesives, and synthetic leather, and as a process solvent in resin and coating manufacture.
Solvency
Cleaning / Degreasing
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Solvents - Oxygenated
Methyl Isobutyl Ketone (MIBK)
CAS 108-10-1
A medium-boiling ketone solvent valued for strong solvency in coatings, adhesives, and metal-extraction processes. It dissolves gums, natural and synthetic resins, nitrocellulose, paints, varnishes, and lacquers, and is used as an extraction solvent for metals and in adhesive and coating manufacture.
Solvency
Cleaning / Degreasing
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Esters
Methyl Methacrylate (MMA)
CAS 80-62-6
The base acrylic monomer behind PMMA sheet, coatings, and adhesives. It is used to produce cast acrylic sheet, molding and extrusion compounds, latex paints and coatings, and adhesives and cements.
Color / Pigmentation
Synthesis Intermediate
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Esters
Methyl Soyate (Soybean Oil Methyl Esters)
CAS 67784-80-9
Solvency
Cleaning / Degreasing
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Specialty Additives
Methylchloroisothiazolinone (CMIT)
CAS 26172-55-4
A broad-spectrum isothiazolinone microbiostat supplied as an in-can preservative for industrial and water-based systems. It is used as a preservative and biocide in cosmetics and across industrial systems including metalworking fluids, latex paints, adhesives, and process waters.
Preservation
Biocidal Action
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Amines & Amides
Methylcyclohexanediamine (MCDA)
CAS 13897-55-7
Cycloaliphatic diamine curing agent for epoxy resins, giving a high-Tg, weatherable cured network for coatings and composites Used as a hardener in clear/UV-stable coatings where aromatic amine yellowing is unacceptable Diamine chain extender for polyurethane and polyamide systems
Crosslinking / Curing
Synthesis Intermediate
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Solvents - Aliphatic
Methylene Chloride (Dichloromethane, DCM)
CAS 75-09-2
A high-density, non-flammable chlorinated solvent for stripping, extraction, and degreasing. It is used predominantly in paint strippers and removers, as a process and extraction solvent in chemical manufacture, as a metal-cleaning and degreasing solvent, and as a blowing agent for polyurethane foam.
Solvency
Cleaning / Degreasing
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Polymers & Resins
Methylene Diphenyl Diisocyanate (MDI)
CAS 101-68-8
The aromatic diisocyanate that drives rigid polyurethane foam, TPU, and reaction-injection-molding chemistry. Pure and polymeric MDI grades also feed reaction-injection-molded parts, thermoplastic polyurethane elastomers, adhesives and binders, two-component coatings, and spandex fibers.
Crosslinking / Curing
Synthesis Intermediate
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Specialty Additives
Methylisothiazolinone (MIT)
CAS 2682-20-4
A broad-spectrum isothiazolinone preservative that holds back microbial spoilage in water-based systems. It is used as an antimicrobial preservative in paints, latex emulsions, adhesives, metalworking and cutting fluids, paper coatings, and cooling and process water.
Preservation
Biocidal Action
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Silanes & Organosilanes
Methyltriacetoxysilane
CAS 4253-34-3
An acetoxy crosslinker that gives one-part silicone sealants their moisture-cure chemistry. It is used as a crosslinker in one-component (RTV) silicone sealants and adhesives, where it reacts completely during curing, and as a waterproofing and sealant component.
Coupling / Adhesion Promotion
Crosslinking / Curing
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Silanes & Organosilanes
Methyltriethoxysilane (MTES)
CAS 2031-67-6
A methyl alkoxysilane used to prime and bond inorganic surfaces. It is used as an adhesion and cohesion promoter and as a silane intermediate. It is also permitted as an inert ingredient in non-food pesticide products.
Coupling / Adhesion Promotion
Crosslinking / Curing
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Silanes & Organosilanes
Methyltrimethoxysilane (MTMS)
CAS 1185-55-3
A trifunctional methoxysilane for water repellency, hard-coats, and resin coupling. It is used as a coupling agent in thermoplastic and thermosetting resins, a crosslinker in silicone sealants, a water-repellent component, and in silicone hard-coats for plastics.
Coupling / Adhesion Promotion
Crosslinking / Curing
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Silanes & Organosilanes
Methyltris(methylethylketoxime)silane
CAS 22984-54-9
An oxime crosslinker for neutral-cure one-part silicone sealants. It is used as a crosslinker and binder in neutral-cure (oxime) one-component silicone sealants, as an adhesion promoter and surface modifier, and as a waterproofing and sealant component.
Coupling / Adhesion Promotion
Crosslinking / Curing
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Mineral Fillers & Pigments
Mica
CAS 12001-26-2
A platy aluminosilicate mineral that reinforces and insulates across coatings, plastics, and drilling fluids. Ground mica's primary end uses are joint compound, oil-well-drilling additives, paint, roofing, and rubber products.
Thickening / Rheology
Color / Pigmentation
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Solvents - Aliphatic
Mineral Spirits (White Spirit, Stoddard Solvent)
CAS 64742-88-7
A petroleum-distillate solvent for thinning coatings and cleaning parts. It is used as a paint thinner and solvent in coatings and varnishes, as a cleaner and degreaser, and as a dry-cleaning solvent.
Solvency
Cleaning / Degreasing
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Specialty Additives
Molybdenum Disulfide
CAS 1317-33-5
Lubrication
Slip / Release
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Esters
Monomeric HALS Light Stabilizer (Tetramethylpiperidinyl C16-18 Ester)
CAS 167078-06-0
A monomeric hindered amine light stabilizer in which a 2,2,6,6-tetramethylpiperidinol is esterified with C16-18 (stearic-type) fatty acids. The long fatty chains give it strong compatibility and easy dispersion in polyolefins along with an internal-lubrication effect, while the tetramethylpiperidine ring provides the radical-scavenging light stability characteristic…
UV Protection
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Specialty Additives
Montan Wax (Montanic Acid Ester Wax)
CAS 8002-53-7
Lubrication
Slip / Release
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Silanes & Organosilanes
N-(2-Aminoethyl)-3-aminopropylmethyldimethoxysilane (Diamino-Functional Silane)
CAS 3069-29-2
A diamino-functional silane coupling agent that bridges inorganic fillers and organic polymer matrices. It functions as an adhesion/cohesion promoter, surface modifier, and coupling-agent intermediate, bonding inorganic substrates to organic resins.
Coupling / Adhesion Promotion
Crosslinking / Curing
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Solvents - Oxygenated
n-Butyl Acetate (Butyl Acetate)
CAS 123-86-4
A workhorse coatings solvent stocked in drums and totes for lacquer, ink, and adhesive lines. Established uses include solvent service for nitrocellulose lacquers, acrylic and vinyl resins, printing inks, photographic film, and adhesives, plus duty as a flavor/fragrance ester and a chemical intermediate.
Solvency
Cleaning / Degreasing
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Solvents - Oxygenated
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP)
CAS 872-50-4
A high-boiling polar aprotic solvent for resins, coatings, and electronics processing. It is widely used as a solvent for resins, polymers, pigments, and coatings, in paint stripping, and in microelectronics and semiconductor processing.
Solvency
Cleaning / Degreasing
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Amines & Amides
N-Methyldicyclohexylamine (DCHMA)
CAS 7560-83-0
Delayed-action (sterically hindered) tertiary-amine gelling catalyst for polyurethane Provides extended cream/flow time then strong back-end cure in rigid foam and elastomers Useful where long flow before fast gel is required
Crosslinking / Curing
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Amines & Amides
N,N-Diethylbenzylamine (N-Benzyldiethylamine)
CAS 772-54-3
Tertiary-amine catalyst/accelerator for polyurethane and epoxy systems Promotes cure in adhesives, coatings and castings Aromatic tertiary amine alternative to BDMA with modified activity
Crosslinking / Curing
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Amines & Amides
N,N-Dimethylbenzylamine (BDMA)
CAS 103-83-3
Tertiary-amine accelerator/catalyst for polyurethane and epoxy curing Promotes urethane and epoxy ring-opening cure in coatings, adhesives and castings General-purpose catalytic base in industrial formulation
Crosslinking / Curing
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Amines & Amides
N,N-Dimethylcyclohexylamine (DMCHA)
CAS 98-94-2
Balanced blow/gel tertiary-amine catalyst widely used in rigid PU insulation foam Standard catalyst for spray and pour-in-place rigid foam (Polycat 8 grade) Co-catalyst for flexible and semi-rigid systems
Crosslinking / Curing
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Amines & Amides
N,N,N’,N’-Tetrakis(2-Hydroxyethyl)adipamide
CAS 6334-25-4
Crosslinking / Curing
Synthesis Intermediate
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Amines & Amides
N,N,N’,N’-Tetramethyl-1,3-propanediamine (TMPDA)
CAS 110-95-2
Bifunctional tertiary-amine catalyst for polyurethane foam and elastomer systems Promotes both blow and gel reactions depending on formulation Used as a co-catalyst to tune reactivity profile
Crosslinking / Curing
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Amines & Amides
N,N,N’,N’-Tetramethyl-1,6-hexanediamine (TMHDA)
CAS 111-18-2
Strong blowing/balanced tertiary-diamine catalyst for rigid and flexible PU foam Drives fast cream/rise in spray and pour rigid insulation foam Co-catalyst for improved flow and surface cure
Crosslinking / Curing
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Amines & Amides
N,N’-Bis(3-aminopropyl)ethylenediamine
CAS 10563-26-5
Tetrafunctional polyamine curing agent for epoxy resins, providing high crosslink density and chemical resistance Used in epoxy adhesives, coatings and potting compounds where toughness and solvent resistance are needed Acts as a polyamine building block for amine-cured network formation
Crosslinking / Curing
Synthesis Intermediate
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Amines & Amides
N,N’-Di-sec-butyl-4,4′-methylenedianiline (Clinker 4200)
CAS 5285-60-9
Secondary aromatic-diamine chain extender/curative for cast PU elastomers (Unilink 4200 type) Provides controlled reactivity and high mechanical performance in cast elastomers Liquid MOCA-alternative diamine curative
Crosslinking / Curing
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Amines & Amides
N,N”’-1,2-Ethanediylbis-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl]amino]propyl]-N’,N”-dibutyl-N’,N”-bis(1,2,2,6,6-pentamethyl-4-piperidinyl)-1,3,5-triazine-2,4,6-triamine] (oligomeric)
CAS 106990-43-6
High-molecular-weight oligomeric triazine HALS for very long-term UV/light stabilization with minimal migration Light stabilization of PE, EVA, ABS, TPO and engineering thermoplastics in demanding weathering applications Durable protection where low volatility and extraction resistance are required (films, profiles, PVC)
UV Protection
Preservation
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Surfactants - Anionic
Naphthalene Sulfonate (Sodium Naphthalene-1-Sulfonate)
CAS 130-14-3
A sulfonated-naphthalene building block for naphthol and dye-intermediate chemistry. Established uses include service as a chemical intermediate for alpha-naphthol and naphthol derivatives and as a sulfonate used to render phenols water-soluble.
Cleaning / Degreasing
Wetting
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Glycols & Polyols
Neopentyl Glycol (NPG)
CAS 126-30-7
The branched glycol of choice for powder and solvent-borne polyester coating resins. Industry references record it as the main glycol in powder polyester formulations and in solvent-borne polyester paints for coil, can, automotive, and general industrial coatings, and as a feedstock for plasticizers and synthetic…
Plasticizing
Solvency
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Glycols & Polyols
Neopentyl Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
CAS 70693-32-2
A light, dry-feel emollient ester for the oil phase of personal-care formulations. Its established use is as an emollient and skin-conditioning ester in cosmetic and personal-care formulations.
Emolliency
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Polymers & Resins
Neopentyl Glycol Diglycidyl Ether (NPGDGE)
CAS 17557-23-2
A low-viscosity difunctional diluent and modifier for epoxy formulations. It lowers formulation viscosity and is used as a coating and sealant additive.
Crosslinking / Curing
Viscosity Modification
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Glycols & Polyols
Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
CAS 68855-18-5
A light, fast-spreading diester emollient that wets pigments and leaves a dry, silky after-feel. It is used in personal-care formulation as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent and as a spreading and pigment-wetting vehicle in color cosmetics.
Emolliency
Lubrication
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Mineral Fillers & Pigments
Nepheline Syenite
CAS 37244-96-5
A quartz-free alumina-and-alkali source that fluxes glass and ceramics and extends filled coatings. It is used as a fluxing raw material in glass manufacturing and in ceramic bodies and glazes, where it supplies alumina and alkali and lowers fusion temperature.
Thickening / Rheology
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Specialty Additives
Octocrylene
CAS 6197-30-4
A liquid organic UV absorber for cosmetic UV-filter blends and polymer light-stabilization. Established uses include service as a UV filter and UV absorber in cosmetic formulations and as a UV/light stabilizer in plastics and coatings.
UV Protection
Preservation
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Esters
Octyl Palmitate (Ethylhexyl Palmitate)
CAS 2943-75-1
A light, non-greasy emollient ester for skin-care and color-cosmetic oil phases. Its established use is as an emollient and skin-conditioning ester in cosmetic and personal-care formulations.
Emolliency
Slip / Release
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Solvents - Aliphatic
Odorless Mineral Spirits (Mineral Spirits, White Spirit)
CAS 64742-48-9
A low-odor petroleum solvent stocked for paint thinning, parts cleaning, and degreasing. Established uses include paint and coating thinning, parts cleaning and degreasing, extraction, and service as a carrier solvent in aerosols and wood preservatives.
Solvency
Cleaning / Degreasing
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Amines & Amides
Oligomeric Triazine HALS Light Stabilizer (High-Molecular-Weight)
CAS 106990-43-6
An oligomeric, very high molecular weight hindered amine light stabilizer built on a 1,3,5-triazine backbone with N-methylated (1,2,2,6,6-pentamethyl) tetramethylpiperidine groups. The combination of high molecular weight and the lower basicity of the N-methyl chemistry delivers exceptional resistance to migration and strong performance in demanding long-term…
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Surfactants - Cationic
Organoclay (Organobentonite, Quaternary Ammonium Bentonite)
CAS 68953-58-2
A quaternary-ammonium-modified bentonite engineered to thicken and stabilize non-aqueous, oil- and solvent-based systems. It functions as a rheological additive and thickener that imparts viscosity, sag resistance, and anti-settling behavior to solvent-based coatings, inks, greases, sealants, and oil-based drilling fluids.
Viscosity Modification
Thickening / Rheology
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Mineral Fillers & Pigments
Ottawa Standard Sand, 20-30 Mesh (Silica Sand, Crystalline Quartz)
CAS 14808-60-7
A closely graded, rounded quartz sand for standardized testing and silica-sand industrial duty. Graded silica sands of this type serve as standardized reference aggregate for cement and mortar testing and as laboratory media; silica sand more broadly is used in glassmaking, foundry casting, ceramics, abrasives,…
Thickening / Rheology
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