Mineral Fillers & Pigments
Menthol (Menthol Crystals, Mineral ice)
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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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.
Color / Pigmentation
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.
Film Formation
pH Adjustment
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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.
Crosslinking / Curing
pH Adjustment
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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
Viscosity Modification
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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.
Preservation
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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
Biocidal Action
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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.
Thickening / Rheology
Color / Pigmentation
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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
Emolliency
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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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Acids & Salts
Monoammonium Phosphate (MAP)
CAS 7722-76-1
A water-soluble ammonium phosphate salt used as a fertilizer, fire extinguisher agent, flame retardant, and food leavening acid.
pH Adjustment
Flame Retardancy
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Acids & Salts
Monocalcium Phosphate (MCP)
CAS 7758-23-8
An acidic calcium phosphate salt used as a leavening agent in baking powders, mineral supplement in animal feeds, and stabilizer in dairy products.
Thickening / Rheology
Viscosity Modification
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Solvents - Oxygenated
Monoisopropanolamine (Isopropanolamine, MIPA)
CAS 78-96-6
A primary amino-alcohol used as an emulsifier and neutralizing agent in metal-cutting oils, soluble oils, emulsion paints, and wax removers.
pH Adjustment
Corrosion Inhibition
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Esters
Monomeric HALS Light Stabilizer (Tetramethylpiperidinyl C16-18 Ester)
CAS 167078-06-0
A monomeric hindered amine light stabilizer based on tetramethylpiperidinyl C16-18 esters, used to protect plastics and masterbatches from UV degradation.
UV Protection
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Acids & Salts
Monopotassium Phosphate (MKP, Potassium Dihydrogen Phosphate)
CAS 7778-77-0
A water-soluble potassium phosphate salt used as a high-analysis fertilizer for fertigation and foliar feeding.
pH Adjustment
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Acids & Salts
Monosodium Phosphate (MSP, Sodium Phosphate Monobasic)
CAS 7558-80-7
An acidic, water-soluble phosphate salt used as a buffering agent, sequestrant, and emulsifier in food processing, water treatment, and cleaning formulations.
pH Adjustment
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Montan Wax (Montanic Acid Ester Wax)
CAS 8002-53-7
A hard wax ester derived from montanic acid, used in polishes, coatings, and lubricant formulations.
Lubrication
Slip / Release
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Amines & Amides
Morpholine
CAS 110-91-8
A cyclic secondary amine used as a corrosion inhibitor and pH control agent in boiler systems, solvent for resins and dyes.
pH Adjustment
Corrosion Inhibition
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Esters
Myreth-3 Myristate
CAS 59686-68-9
An ethoxylated fatty ester emollient and nonionic surfactant for cosmetic and personal-care formulations including creams, lotions, and emulsions.
Emolliency
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Acids & Salts
Myristic Acid (Tetradecanoic Acid)
CAS 544-63-8
A saturated C14 fatty acid used as a surfactant feedstock and chemical intermediate for soaps, cosmetics, and ester synthesis.
Cleaning / Degreasing
Surfactancy
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