Why It Matters
Design substitutes high-VOC solvents with d-limonene, biodegradable glycol ethers and aqueous alternatives to meet VOC limits
Solution Approach
Design substitutes high-VOC solvents with d-limonene, biodegradable glycol ethers and aqueous alternatives to meet VOC limits RawSource supplies the base chemicals that go into these programs. We can help with product selection, grade matching, and sourcing from multiple origins for supply security.
Typical Formulation Workflow
1
Application & Soil Assessment
Define the cleaning task, surfaces, soils, and water hardness, plus the safety and regulatory profile for the use environment.
2
Surfactant & Builder Selection
Match surfactants, builders, solvents, chelants, acids or alkalis, and preservatives to the soil, surface compatibility, and label claims.
3
Formulation & Use-Dilution Trial
Optimize the actives ratio and use dilution, checking foam, clarity, stability, and performance at the in-use concentration.
4
Performance & Stability Validation
Confirm cleaning efficacy, storage and freeze-thaw stability, and packaging compatibility before scale-up.
Recommended Chemistries (4)
D-Limonene
CAS 5989-27-5
Solvents
Natural citrus solvent for premium degreasing applications
2319 (D-LIMONENE) · Class Bio-based terpene solvent used to replace petroleum distillates for strong solvency at a favorable VOC/odor profile
Melting Point: -97 °C Boiling Point: 176–176 °C at 760 mmHg Density: 0.8411 at 20 °C
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Dipropylene glycol monomethyl ether (DPM)
CAS 34590-94-8
Glycols & Polyols
Solvency
Higher-boiling P-series glycol ether with lower vapor pressure, a common low-VOC substitution
Physical Description: Dipropylene glycol methyl ether is a colorless … Appearance: Colorless liquid Odor: MILD ETHER ODOR IN MODERATE CONCN BUT A STRONG …
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Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether
CAS 107-98-2
Glycols & Polyols
Solvency
3092 (1-METHOXY-2-PROPANOL) · Class P-series glycol ether substituted for E-series/aromatic solvents to cut VOC and toxicity
Melting Point: -95 °C Boiling Point: 120 °C at 760 mmHg Density: 0.924 at 20 °C
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Propylene Glycol, USP/FCC Food Grade
CAS 57-55-6
Glycols & Polyols
Coupling agent, humectant, and freeze-point depressant
Low-volatility coupling solvent/humectant for shifting formulas toward aqueous, low-VOC bases
Melting Point: -60 °C Boiling Point: 188 °C at 760 mmHg Density: 1.04 at 20 °C
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