VertecBio™ ELSOL® KTR1

VertecBio™ ELSOL® KTR1

VertecBio™ ELSOL® KTR1 is a powerful, bio-based replacement for highly volatile MEK products. With stronger cleaning power, reduced solvent usage for improvements, and savings across the board - these are just a few of the benefits of VertecBio™ ELSOL® KTR1, a bio-based Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK) substitute.

• Exceptional performance as a solvent for formulations.
• Effective solvent for paint, coatings and ink formulations.

U.S. Patent No. 7,754,104

VertecBio™ ELSOL® KTR1 Technical Data

Flash Point .................39 °F ASTM D3278 TCC

Vapor Pressure…….….......75 mmHg @ 68 °F

pH of Water Dispersion……...…..……………….4

Specific Gravity ……………………..…..…….0.862

Evaporation Rate…………………….…………2.84

Boiling Point Range…………….….……...160 °F 

What is MEK & Why are Alternatives Necessary?

Methyl ethyl ketone is a water-soluble chemical frequently used as a commercial cleaner and solvent. Because of how flammable and volatile this chemical is, extra precautions and expenses must be taken to transport and store MEK. Additionally, when workers are exposed to MEK through the air or by direct contact, it can lead to serious health concerns. Our patented VertecBio™ ELSOL® KTR1 product negates both detrimental aspects and provides several additional benefits.

Usage and Environmental Benefits

In addition to delivering superior cleaning power and reduced usage needs when compared to MEK, VertecBio™ ELSOL® KTR1 provides the following benefits:

• Dries completely and leaves no residue.
• 20-30 percent more efficient in viscosity reduction than MEK.
• Provides excellent flow characteristics in formulation.
• High loading capacity.
• 100 percent biodegradable to carbon dioxide and water.
• No ozone depleting chemicals (ODCs).
• No environmentally hazardous ingredients.
• No hazardous air pollutants (HAPs).
• Manufactured in U.S.



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