What Is A Tail Solvent?

What Is A Tail Solvent?

A tail solvent is a slow-evaporating solvent that enables paint to evaporate slowly and allows the substance to flow smoothly. A tail solvent is a solvent added in small amounts to organic coating, ink, or paint formulas. Tail solvents are often less volatile than...
Preptone As An MEK Alternative

Preptone As An MEK Alternative

Preptone: A Less Toxic Alternative To MEK Methyl Ethyl Ketone is a solvent that is used on both an industrial and household level. MEK is a solvent that is often avoided due to high toxicity and various health hazards, however MEK is actively sought out often due to...
The Benefits of Glycol TPM

The Benefits of Glycol TPM

What is Tripropylene Glycol Methyl Ether? More commonly known as Glycol TPM, Tripropylene Glycol is a mixture of organic compounds that is typically utilized as a solvent industrially and in laboratories. Benefits of Glycol TPM Powerful solvency. Low evaporation rate....
Heptane In Printing Ink

Heptane In Printing Ink

Similar to chemicals such as Tripropylene Glycol Methyl Ether or Dipropylene Glycol Methyl Ether, Heptane is a product that is present in many consumer printing inks. Solvents are often used for this purpose, especially if they have a slow evaporation rate. Slow...