AMP Methoxy Propanol Acetate - CAS No. 108-65-6

AMP – Methoxypropanol Acetate (PMA / PGMEA) – CAS 108-65-6

High-performance solvent for the formulation of paints, inks, and coatings

The 1-methoxy-2-propanol acetate (AMP, PMA, or PGMEA) – CAS 108-65-6 – is a colorless organic solvent, widely used in the manufacture of paints, varnishes, inks, and coating systems.

Valued for its excellent solvency and compatibility with numerous resins, it is a key component in professional formulations requiring performance, stability, and film quality.

DESCRIPTION

AMP (PMA / PGMEA) is a controlled-evaporation solvent enabling effective solubilization of acrylic, nitrocellulosic, and polyurethane resins.

It improves film formation, promotes formulation stability, and optimizes the open time of paints. Thanks to its balanced technical profile, it is particularly suited to decorative and industrial coating systems.

It is used in many sectors: decoration, anti-corrosion protection, textile, agriculture, electronics, inks, and technical coatings.

ADVANTAGES

• Excellent solvency.

• Compatible with acrylic, nitrocellulose, and urethane resins.

• Controlled evaporation.

• Improves film formation.

• Promotes formulation homogeneity.

• Suitable for decorative and industrial paints.

• Recognized solvent in the coatings industry.

APPLICATIONS

Paint manufacturing:

• Acrylic paints.

• Industrial paints.

• Protective coatings.

• Technical varnishes.

• Polyurethane systems.

Inks:

• Printing inks.

• Technical inks.

Specialized coatings:

• Anti-corrosion coatings.

• High-performance industrial coatings.

Other sectors:

• Agriculture.

• Textile.

• Electronics.

• Surface protection.

FUNCTIONS

• Resin solubilization.

• Viscosity adjustment.

• Leveling improvement.

• Drying optimization.

• Formulation stabilization.

SECTORS OF ACTIVITY

• Paint manufacturers.

• Coatings industry.

• Ink formulators.

• Chemical industry.

• Varnish and lacquer manufacturers.

• Electronics industry.

DENOMINATIONS & SYNONYMS

CAS: 108-65-6

French names:

• Propylene glycol monomethyl ether acetate

• Propylene glycol monomethyl ether acetate (alpha-)

• Methoxypropyl acetate

English names:

• PMA

• PGMEA

• 1-Methoxy-2-propanol acetate

• Propylene glycol monomethyl ether acetate

• Acetic acid, 2-methoxy-1-methylethyl ester

COMPATIBILITY

• Acrylic resins.

• Nitrocellulosic resins.

• Polyurethane systems.

• Compatible solvent formulations.

Preliminary tests are recommended depending on the formulation.

SAFETY / COMPLIANCE

• Professional use.

• Consult the safety data sheet (SDS) before use.

• Comply with local regulations regarding the storage and handling of solvents.

IMPLEMENTATION

• Incorporate into the solvent phase.

• Adjust the percentage according to the desired viscosity and drying time.

• Test compatibility with all resins and additives.