Mineral Fillers & Pigments
Manganese Dioxide (Cement Black)
CAS 1313-13-9
A technical-grade powder oxidant used in batteries, organic synthesis, and as a pigment and decolorizer in glass, ceramics, and brick production.
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Acids & Salts
Manganese Sulfate
CAS 7785-87-7
A water-soluble manganese salt used as a micronutrient in fertilizers and animal feeds, and as a precursor for manganese metal, dioxide, and ceramic glazes.
Synthesis Intermediate
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Esters
Mango Butter
CAS 90063-86-8
A vegetable fat expressed from mango kernels, used as an emollient and conditioning agent in personal care, cosmetics, and confectionery formulations.
Emolliency
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Specialty Additives
Melamine
CAS 108-78-1
A white crystalline triazine used to manufacture melamine-formaldehyde resins for laminates, coatings, and molded products.
Synthesis Intermediate
Flame Retardancy
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Melamine Cyanurate
CAS 37640-57-6
A white crystalline powder and halogen-free flame retardant for unreinforced polyamides.
Flame Retardancy
Lubrication
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Polymers & Resins
Melamine-Formaldehyde Resin (Melamine Resin)
CAS 68002-20-0
An amino resin crosslinker used in industrial coatings, laminates, molding compounds, and textile finishing applications.
Film Formation
Crosslinking / Curing
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Mineral Fillers & Pigments
Menthol (Menthol Crystals)
CAS 89-78-1
A crystalline monoterpene alcohol used as a flavor and fragrance ingredient in confectionery, chewing gum, oral-care products, and perfumery applications.
Synthesis Intermediate
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Solvents - Oxygenated
Mesityl Oxide
CAS 141-79-7
An alpha,beta-unsaturated ketone solvent for resins, polymers, lacquers, and inks; used in paint removers and as an intermediate for methyl.
Solvency
Synthesis Intermediate
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Acids & Salts
Methacrylic Acid (MAA)
CAS 79-41-4
An unsaturated carboxylic acid monomer used in acrylic resins, polymers, and methacrylate esters; imparts adhesion and stability to coatings and adhesives.
Film Formation
Synthesis Intermediate
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Solvents - Oxygenated
Methanol (Methyl Alcohol)
CAS 67-56-1
A primary industrial alcohol used as a solvent for inks, resins, and adhesives, and as a chemical feedstock for formaldehyde, acetic acid, and fuel additives.
Solvency
Synthesis Intermediate
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Amines & Amides
Methoxy PEG/PPG Copolymer Monoamine, PO/EO ≈ 10/31, Mn ≈ 2000 (CAS 83713-01-3)
CAS 83713-01-3
A polyether monoamine chain stopper and reactive modifier for epoxy and isocyanate formulations, dispersants, and surfactant synthesis.
Crosslinking / Curing
Synthesis Intermediate
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Amines & Amides
Methoxy PEG/PPG Copolymer Monoamine, PO/EO ≈ 3/19, Mn ≈ 1000 (CAS 83713-01-3)
CAS 83713-01-3
A polyether monoamine chain stopper and reactive modifier used in epoxy and isocyanate formulations, dispersants, and water-soluble surfactant systems.
Crosslinking / Curing
Synthesis Intermediate
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Amines & Amides
Methoxy PEG/PPG copolymer monoamine, PO/EO ≈ 8/58, Mn ≈ 3000
CAS 83713-01-3
Compare RS-M3085 with the other polyetheramine grades, with functionality, molecular weight, AHEW and amine value side by side, on the polyetheramine supplier page. For the polyol side of polyurethane and polyurea systems, see polyurethane polyols (polyether and polyester).
Surfactancy
Crosslinking / Curing
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Amines & Amides
Methoxy PEG/PPG copolymer monoamine, PO/EO ≈ 9/1, Mn ≈ 600
CAS 83713-01-3
Compare RS-M600 with the other polyetheramine grades, with functionality, molecular weight, AHEW and amine value side by side, on the polyetheramine supplier page. For the polyol side of polyurethane and polyurea systems, see polyurethane polyols (polyether and polyester).
Crosslinking / Curing
Surfactancy
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Specialty Additives
Methyl 2-benzoylbenzoate (OMBB)
CAS 606-28-0
A liquid benzophenone-type photoinitiator offering improved solubility and low volatility for UV-cured coatings, varnishes.
Crosslinking / Curing
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Methyl benzoylformate (MBF)
CAS 15206-55-0
A liquid phenylglyoxylate photoinitiator that cleaves under UV light for low-odor surface cure of coatings, inks, and overprint systems.
Crosslinking / Curing
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Surfactants - Cationic
Methyl Bis(hydrogenated Tallow Amidoethyl)-2-hydroxyethyl Ammonium Methyl Sulfate
CAS 81646-13-1
A cationic surfactant derived from hydrogenated tallow, used as a fabric-softening active and antistatic agent in laundry and textile applications.
Conditioning
Surfactancy
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Solvents - Oxygenated
Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK)
CAS 78-93-3
A fast-evaporating ketone solvent with aggressive solvency used in coatings, adhesives, inks, and resin processing applications.
Solvency
Cleaning / Degreasing
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Surfactants - Nonionic
Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate
CAS 68936-95-8
A nonionic ester emulsifier and stabilizer for oil-in-water formulations in personal-care and cosmetic creams and lotions.
Surfactancy
Emolliency
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Solvents - Oxygenated
Methyl Isobutyl Carbinol (MIBC, 4-Methyl-2-Pentanol)
CAS 108-11-2
A branched C6 secondary alcohol used as a frother in flotation of copper ores and coal, and as a solvent for dyes, oils, and resins.
Solvency
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Solvents - Oxygenated
Methyl Isobutyl Ketone (MIBK)
CAS 108-10-1
A volatile aliphatic ketone solvent used to dissolve resins, nitrocellulose, paints, and lacquers in coatings, adhesives, and metal extraction applications.
Solvency
Cleaning / Degreasing
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Esters
Methyl Laurate (Methyl Dodecanoate)
CAS 111-82-0
A methyl ester intermediate used in production of alkanolamides, fatty alcohols, and fatty acids, and as a solvent and emollient.
Emolliency
Solvency
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Esters
Methyl Methacrylate (MMA)
CAS 80-62-6
A liquid monomer used to produce polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) resins for cast acrylic sheet, molding compounds, and coatings.
Synthesis Intermediate
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Methyl Nortallow Tallowamidoethyl Imidazolinium Methosulfate
CAS 68610-77-5
A cationic imidazoline-based quaternary surfactant used as a fabric softener and antistatic conditioning agent for textiles and fibers.
Conditioning
Surfactancy
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Esters
Methyl Soyate (Soybean Oil Methyl Esters)
CAS 67784-80-9
A biodegradable methyl ester derived from soybean oil, used as a solvent, lubricant, and feedstock in coatings, adhesives, and biofuel applications.
Solvency
Cleaning / Degreasing
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Silicone Fluids & Oils
Methyl Trimethicone
CAS 17928-28-8
A low-viscosity volatile silicone fluid used as a light emollient and conditioning carrier in personal-care formulations for skin and hair applications.
Emolliency
Solvency
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Methyl-1-tallow Amidoethyl-2-tallow Imidazolinium Methyl Sulfate
CAS 68122-86-1
A cationic imidazoline-based quaternary surfactant used as a fabric-softening active and antistatic conditioning agent for textiles and industrial fibers.
Conditioning
Surfactancy
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Methylchloroisothiazolinone (CMIT)
CAS 26172-55-4
A chlorinated isothiazolinone biocide used as a preservative in cosmetics, metalworking fluids, paints, adhesives, and industrial process waters.
Preservation
Biocidal Action
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Methylchloroisothiazolinone/Methylisothiazolinone (CMIT/MIT)
CAS 55965-84-9
A broad-spectrum isothiazolinone biocide blend that preserves water-based formulations against bacteria, yeast, and mold at low use levels.
Biocidal Action
Preservation
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Amines & Amides
Methylcyclohexanediamine (MCDA)
CAS 13897-55-7
A cycloaliphatic liquid diamine hardener that cures epoxy systems at ambient temperature with balanced reactivity, low color.
Crosslinking / Curing
Synthesis Intermediate
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Amines & Amides
Methyldiethanolamine (MDEA)
CAS 105-59-9
A tertiary alkanolamine used to absorb hydrogen sulfide and carbon dioxide in gas treating, as a polyurethane foam catalyst.
pH Adjustment
Corrosion Inhibition
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Amines & Amides
Methylene Blue
CAS 61-73-4
A synthetic cationic thiazine dye used for coloring textiles and leather, biological staining, and redox titrations.
Color / Pigmentation
Biocidal Action
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Solvents - Aliphatic
Methylene Chloride (Dichloromethane, DCM)
CAS 75-09-2
A non-flammable chlorinated solvent used in paint strippers, chemical extraction, metal degreasing, and polyurethane foam blowing applications.
Solvency
Cleaning / Degreasing
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Polymers & Resins
Methylene Diphenyl Diisocyanate (MDI)
CAS 101-68-8
An aromatic diisocyanate used to manufacture rigid and semi-rigid polyurethane foams, reaction-injection-molded parts, elastomers, adhesives, and coatings.
Crosslinking / Curing
Synthesis Intermediate
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Methylisothiazolinone (MIT)
CAS 2682-20-4
A nitrogen-sulfur heterocyclic biocide used as an antimicrobial preservative in paints, adhesives, metalworking fluids, and cooling water systems.
Preservation
Biocidal Action
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Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM)
CAS 67-71-0
A high-purity organosulfur compound supplied as granules for use as a polar solvent and dietary-supplement ingredient.
Solvency
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Methyltin Mercaptide (Organotin Stabilizer)
CAS 57583-35-4
An organotin heat stabilizer that protects PVC from thermal degradation during extrusion, calendering, blow molding, and injection molding.
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Silanes & Organosilanes
Methyltriacetoxysilane
CAS 4253-34-3
An acetoxy-functional organosilane crosslinker that cures via atmospheric moisture for one-component silicone sealants, adhesives.
Coupling / Adhesion Promotion
Crosslinking / Curing
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Silanes & Organosilanes
Methyltriethoxysilane (MTES)
CAS 2031-67-6
An ethoxy-functional organosilane that promotes adhesion and cohesion in coatings, sealants, and pesticide formulations.
Coupling / Adhesion Promotion
Crosslinking / Curing
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Silanes & Organosilanes
Methyltrimethoxysilane (MTMS)
CAS 1185-55-3
A trifunctional methoxysilane coupling agent and crosslinker used in silicone sealants, water-repellent coatings, and hard-coats for plastics.
Coupling / Adhesion Promotion
Crosslinking / Curing
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Surfactants - Cationic
Methyltrioctylammonium Chloride (TOMAC, Trioctylmethylammonium Chloride)
CAS 5137-55-3
A quaternary ammonium chloride salt functioning as a phase-transfer catalyst for solvent extraction, liquid chromatography separations.
Surfactancy
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Silanes & Organosilanes
Methyltris(methylethylketoxime)silane
CAS 22984-54-9
An oxime-functional organosilane crosslinker for neutral-cure silicone sealants, adhesion promotion, and moisture-resistant coatings.
Coupling / Adhesion Promotion
Crosslinking / Curing
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Mineral Fillers & Pigments
Mica
CAS 12001-26-2
A layered silicate mineral supplied as thin platelets for pearlescence in cosmetics, reinforcement in coatings and polymers, and electrical insulation.
Color / Pigmentation
Flame Retardancy
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Natural Extracts & Oils
Milk Thistle Extract (Silymarin)
CAS 84604-20-6
A botanical extract standardized to silymarin flavonolignans, used as a dietary supplement ingredient and skin-conditioning agent in cosmetic formulations.
Conditioning
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Solvents - Aliphatic
Mineral Spirits (White Spirit, Stoddard Solvent)
CAS 64742-88-7
A refined petroleum distillate solvent used for thinning oil-based paints and coatings, degreasing, and dry cleaning.
Solvency
Cleaning / Degreasing
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Specialty Additives
Mixed Tocopherols (Vitamin E, Tocopherol)
CAS 10191-41-0
A tocopherol concentrate and antioxidant protecting fats, oils, and feedstuffs from oxidation in food, animal feed, and cosmetic applications.
Preservation
Conditioning
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Mixed Tocopherols Powder (Vitamin E Powder)
CAS 1406-66-2
A dry, free-flowing antioxidant powder that protects fats and oils from oxidation and serves as a vitamin E ingredient in foods, feeds, and supplements.
Preservation
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Molybdenum Disulfide
CAS 1317-33-5
A solid lubricant and friction modifier used in greases, oils, and dry film coatings for high-temperature and high-pressure industrial applications.
Lubrication
Slip / Release
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