Specialty Chemicals
Neopentyl Glycol
Neopentyl glycol is a branched aliphatic diol containing two primary hydroxyl groups. Its structure makes it an established building block for polyester, alkyd and other resin systems where hydrolytic stability and controlled polymer architecture are required.
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Neopentyl glycol is a branched aliphatic diol containing two primary hydroxyl groups. Its structure makes it an established building block for polyester, alkyd and other resin systems where hydrolytic stability and controlled polymer architecture are required.
It is commonly used as a chemical intermediate in coatings, resins, plasticizers, lubricants and related polymer chemistry. Exact purity, flake or molten form and other commercial specifications depend on grade and should be confirmed from Hamara’s intended supply specification.
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MilliporeSigma SDS information calls for appropriate eye protection and normal controls to prevent unnecessary contact or dust exposure when handling neopentyl glycol. Store the product closed under the conditions stated in the current SDS and away from incompatible materials. Exact precautions should follow the supplied grade documentation and workplace assessment. This summary does not replace the current SDS.
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- Polyester resin manufacture
- Alkyd and coating resins
- Plasticizer intermediates
- Synthetic lubricant and ester chemistry
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