Technical specifications
| PARAMETER | SPECIFICATION |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 100-51-6 |
| EC Number | 202-859-9 |
| Appearance | Clear Liquid |
| Odour | Faintly Aromatic |
| Assay (By GC) | ≥ 99.50 % |
| Aldehydes (By GC) | ≤ 0.15 % |
| Dibenzyl Oxide | ≤ 0.10 % |
| Moisture | ≤ 0.10 % |
| Chlorinated Compound | Passes FFC Test (Negative) |
| Colour (APHA) | ≤ 15 |
| Specific Gravity @ 25°C | 1.040 – 1.050 |
| Iron Content | ≤ 1 ppm |
Applications
- Solvent and reactive diluent in epoxy curing agent formulations — used with RAYCURE hardener systems
- Solvent in paint stripper, ink, lacquers, and waterborne coatings applications across UAE and Saudi Arabia
- Chemical intermediate for pharmaceuticals, esters used in cosmetics and preservatives
- Used in flavouring and fragrance agents for manufacturing soaps, perfumes, and flavour industries in Dubai
- Chemical intermediate for pharmaceuticals, and for esters used in cosmetics and preservatives
- Solvent in printing inks and packaging adhesives for UAE packaging industry
- Personal care and cosmetics — preservative at ≤ 1% per EU Cosmetics Regulation
- Hair colour formulations for professional salon use across GCC
Key properties
- High purity ≥ 99.50% (Technical Grade)
- Very low aldehyde content — important for colour-sensitive applications
- FFC test negative for chlorinated compounds
- Low APHA colour (≤ 15) — suitable for colour-critical formulations
- Partially water-soluble — bridges aqueous and organic phases
- Flash point 93°C — combustible liquid (simpler storage than low-flash solvents)
- Boiling point 204–206°C — very low volatility, slow evaporation
- Compatible with RAYCURE epoxy hardener systems as co-solvent/reactive component
Usage and recommendations
In epoxy systems: use at 2–5% as reactive diluent/co-solvent to reduce viscosity and extend pot-life. Compatible with RAYCURE 915, 925, 940, and 960 polyamide hardeners. As a preservative in cosmetics: use at ≤ 1.0% in compliance with UAE/GCC cosmetics regulations. For pharmaceutical use, pharmaceutical grade (BP/USP) is required — contact Raykem for pharmaceutical grade availability.
Packaging
- 230 kg HDPE Drums
- 215 kg Galvanized Metal Drums
- 1,000 kg IBC Tanks
- 20' ISO Tanks (~24 MT)
Storage and shelf life
Store in original sealed containers in a cool, ventilated area away from strong oxidising agents and acids. Refer to the safety data sheet for the flash point, GHS classification and storage requirements of the supplied grade. In UAE/Saudi Arabia summer, store in shaded areas to prevent pressure build-up. Shelf life: 24 months in original sealed containers.