HIGH-PERFORMANCE, BIO-BASED SOLVENTS SUCCESSFULLY COMMERCIALIZED FOR FORMULATION OF WIDE FORMAT DIGITAL INKS A major manufacturer of wide format digital inkjet printing equipment and inks has successfully replaced several toxic solvents in their formulations with our high-performance, bio-based solvents. VertecBioTM EL, ELSOLTM and GoldTM perform: Successfully replaces cyclohexanone, n-methyl pyrrolidone and other solvents in the formulations High solvency for pigments, resins and other components Good penetration for vinyl and other substrates Moderate evaporation rate (0.22 on BuAc = 1 scale). Flash point> 145o F eliminates requirements for OSHA flammable liquid compliance. Proven performance: major manufacturer has commercialized after successful tests and approvals Our biosolvents are environmentally responsible and safe to use: Manufactured from bio-based, renewable resources – corn, soybeans, citrus. Non-toxic, completely biodegradable, no negative environmental impact. Not HAP or ozone-depleting chemicals; EPA SNAP approved. Not reportable under SARA 313 regulations. Recognized as environmentally preferable chemistry under the US EPA’s Design for the Environment program. Our Biosolvents save you money: Solvent prices and economics are competitive Possibility of reduced solvent usage could lower solvent purchase expenditures by additional 20-25%. Low toxicity profile can reduce waste handling and disposal costs.

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