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Bio-solvents for coatings, paints & adhesives

From fast-evaporating main solvents to flow agents: PENPET Green Chemicals supplies bio-based and CO₂-reduced solvents as drop-ins for existing formulations – fully documented, from Hamburg across Europe.

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Solvents for coating systems
4Solvents from very fast to slow evaporating
1:1Drop-in – chemically identical, no reformulation
DE/ENTDS, SDS and CoA with every delivery
170 kg–20 tFrom drums to ISO tank containers
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Our solvents for the coatings industry

Four solvents that cover a complete formulation – from thinner to retarder.

C₄H₈O₂
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Ethyl Acetate

Bio-ETAC · CAS 141-78-6

Fast-evaporating main solvent with a mild, fruity odour – the standard for flexo and gravure printing and solvent-based adhesives.

Boiling pt.77 °C
Flash pt.−4 °C
Density0.90
  • Flexo and gravure printing inks
  • Wood coatings and furniture finishes
  • Adhesives and sealants
Bio-basedTDS available
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C₃H₆O
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Acetone

CAS 67-64-1

Very fast-evaporating, strong solvent for thinning, equipment cleaning and resin synthesis.

Boiling pt.56 °C
Flash pt.−20 °C
Density0.79
  • Thinners for paints and coatings
  • Equipment and tool cleaning
  • Surface pre-treatment
CO₂-reducedMass balance
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C₃H₈O
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Isopropanol

IPA · CAS 67-63-0

Versatile co-solvent for water-borne systems, degreasing and screen cleaning – in pharma and industrial grade.

Boiling pt.82 °C
Flash pt.12 °C
Density0.79
  • Dilution of water-borne coatings
  • Degreasing of metal surfaces
  • Screen and industrial cleaning
CO₂-reducedMass balance
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C₅H₁₂O
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Isoamyl Alcohol

3-Methyl-1-butanol · CAS 123-51-3

Slow-evaporating alcohol from fusel oil with good solvency for nitrocellulose and resins – improves flow and gloss, prevents blistering.

Boiling pt.131 °C
Flash pt.43 °C
Density0.81
  • Nitrocellulose and synthetic resin coatings
  • Flow agent and retarder
  • Ester building block for plasticisers
Bio-basedLCA · PCF 0.88
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Selection guide

Solvents compared

Evaporation rate governs drying, flow and surface finish – find the right solvent for your system.

ProductBoiling pointFlash pointDensity g/cm³EvaporationTypical role
Acetone56 °C−20 °C0.79
very fast
Thinner, cleaner, resin synthesis
Ethyl Acetate77 °C−4 °C0.90
fast
Main solvent for inks & adhesives
Isopropanol82 °C12 °C0.79
medium
Co-solvent, degreasing
Isoamyl Alcohol131 °C43 °C0.81
slow
Retarder, flow & gloss

Typical property values for guidance. The technical data sheet of the respective delivery is binding.

Rows of ISO tank containers at a terminal at dusk

From tank to drum – shipped from Hamburg

We deliver in the packaging your production needs – as spot order, frame contract or just-in-time. ADR-compliant and with dedicated contacts.

Tank containerISO tank, bulk
IBC800–1,000 kg
Drums170–200 kg
Just-in-timeper call-off schedule
Why PENPET GREEN

Switch sustainably – without risk

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Drop-in

Same chemistry, same specification – existing approvals and equipment remain unchanged.

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Documented

TDS, SDS, CoA and – where available – life cycle data for your Scope 3 reporting.

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Sustainable

Bio-based feedstocks or mass-balance material – transparently declared per product.

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Reliable

Part of the PENPET Group, trading chemicals since 1992 – with its own logistics in Hamburg.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to reformulate?

Usually not. Bio-based, recycled and mass-balanced products are chemically identical to the fossil product and are used 1:1. We still recommend a sample for your approval.

Which documents do I receive?

Technical data sheet, safety data sheet (DE/EN) and certificate of analysis per batch. For selected products, life cycle data (PCF) is also available – for example isoamyl alcohol.

Which quantities and packaging are available?

From drums and IBCs to ISO tank containers. Pack sizes depend on density and product – details are given on each product page.

Can I request a sample?

Yes. Send us the product, application and planned annual volume – we will get back to you with a sample, data sheets and a quote.

Which solvent fits your system?

Send us your application and annual volume – we reply with a recommendation, sample and quote.

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