Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate PMA
Propylene glycol methyl ether acetate is a low-toxicity high-grade solvent whose molecule carries both an ether group and a carbonyl group in ester form, alongside an alkyl chain. Because polar and non-polar parts sit in the same molecule, it dissolves both polar and non-polar substances — which is why it appears in high grade coatings, resins, ink printing and electronic chemicals.
What You Get With This Grade
- Dual functionality in one molecule, giving solvency across polar and non-polar resins
- Classified as a low-toxicity high-grade solvent
- Shipped by light oil tanker, clean iron drum, ISO tank, coating drum or IBC
- Handled and documented as DG cargo from the quotation stage, not after booking
Technical features
- Contains both ether and carbonyl groups, with the carbonyl forming an ester structure
- Non-polar and polar parts in the same molecule restrict and repel each other while each plays its inherent role
- Gives dissolving force for both non-polar and polar substances
- Low-toxicity high-level solvent
Where Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate PMA Is Used
High grade coatings
Used widely in high-grade coating systems where resin solubility is demanding.
Resins
Applied as a solvent in resin manufacture and formulation.
Ink printing
Used in ink printing systems.
Electronic chemicals
Used in electronic chemical formulations.
Buyers This Grade Is Built For
- Coating formulators replacing higher-toxicity solvents
- Electronic chemical producers needing a controlled high grade solvent
- Ink manufacturers requiring broad resin compatibility from a single solvent
- Resin producers needing a solvent that handles mixed polarity systems
What It Stops Going Wrong
- A solvent that dissolves only polar or only non-polar resin forces a blend and a second inventory line
- High-toxicity solvents are being removed from coating plants on occupational health grounds
- DG cargo booked without the classification confirmed gets held at origin
- Long term skin contact with solvents is a recurring occupational health finding
Quality Index for Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate PMA
| CAS number | 108-65-6 |
|---|---|
| Molecular formula | C6H12O3 |
| Molecular weight | 132.16 |
| Solvent class | Low-toxicity high-level solvent |
| Dangerous goods status | Stored and transported according to dangerous goods regulations |
| Detailed quality index | TBC — request the current batch COA |
How It Ships and How to Store It
Packing
- Shipped by light oil tanker
- Clean iron drum
- ISO tank
- Coating drums
- IBC drums
Storage and transport
- This product is dangerous goods and is stored and transported according to dangerous goods regulations
- Should not be in long-term contact with the human body
- Use in a well-ventilated environment
How the Lot Is Released
Batch COA is issued on request. The published technical description covers the solvent class, functionality and handling; ask for the current lot's quality index before ordering.
What We Can Change
Packing is chosen from light oil tanker, clean iron drum, ISO tank, coating drum or IBC depending on your intake and the DG routing.
Against the Alternatives
PMA is the acetate of PM, which we also supply. PM is the hydroxyl-functional glycol ether; PMA is the ester and is the higher grade solvent for coatings, electronics and ink. Against propyl acetate, PMA has the extra ether functionality and a higher boiling character suited to electronic and high grade coating work.
Handling Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate PMA on Your Site
Written for the person who receives the drum, not for a brochure.
- Use in a well-ventilated environment and avoid long-term skin contact
- Confirm the DG classification with the destination before booking, since it ships as dangerous goods
- Ask for the batch COA before qualification, since the detailed index is issued per lot
- Choose drum, IBC or tank against your unloading equipment
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate PMA FAQ
What makes PMA suitable for both polar and non-polar resins?
Its molecule contains both an ether group and a carbonyl group in ester form together with alkyl groups, so non-polar and polar parts sit in the same molecule and it has dissolving force for both types of substance.
Where is PMA used?
Widely in high-grade coatings, resins, ink printing and electronic chemicals.
How does it ship?
By light oil tanker or clean iron drum, and packed by ISO tank, coating drums or IBC drums. It is DG cargo and must be stocked as DG cargo.
What handling precautions apply?
It should not be in long-term contact with the human body and should be used in a well-ventilated environment.
Can I get the full quality index?
Yes — ask for the current batch COA and we send the measured index for the lot you would be buying.
Do you also supply PM?
Yes, 1-methoxy-2-propanol is listed separately with a full published quality index.
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