PROPYLENE CARBONATE 99% FOR SYNTHESIS
Propylene Carbonate is used as a physical solvent for removal of carbon dioxide (CO2) and hydrogen sulfide (H2S) in natural gas treating, oil pyrolysis gas, and synthetic ammonia conversion gas applications. It is also used as an oil solvent and as an extraction agent for olefins and aromatics.
Propylene carbonate is mainly used to dissolve or suspend other ingredients in a formulation and also to decrease the thickness of formulations. Propylene glycol is a small, water-soluble alcohol that is a very common ingredient in cosmetics and personal care products.
La Fresh Acetone-Free Nail Polish Remover Pads use propylene carbonate and ethyl alcohol instead of acetone. Propylene carbonate is an aprotic solvent used for paint stripping that's considered safer and more environmentally friendly than the frequently-used acetone
Propylene carbonate is of low acute toxicity in experimental animal following a single oral administration; no data have been found for inhalation exposure.