Diacetone Alcohol (DAA)

Description

What is Diacetone Alcohol (DAA)?

Diacetone Alcohol (DAA), also known as 4-hydroxy-4-methylpentan-2-one, is a colorless, flammable organic compound widely used as a solvent and intermediate in various industrial processes. With the chemical formula CH₃COCH₂C(CH₃)₂OH, it features both a hydroxyl and a carbonyl group, making it ideal for chemical reactions and formulation blending. Diacetone Alcohol is miscible in water and known for its slow evaporation rate, mild odor, and excellent solvency, especially in coatings, inks, textiles, and chemical synthesis.

Chemex Chemicals is a leading importer and supplier of Diacetone Alcohol – DAA in India, delivering consistent quality and performance to industries across the country.

Technical Specifications:

• Chemical Name: Diacetone Alcohol (DAA)
• Chemical Formula: CH₃COCH₂C(CH₃)₂OH
• CAS Number: 123-42-2
• Grade: Technical Grade
• Appearance: Colorless liquid with mild, pleasant odor (turns yellow upon aging)
• Purity: 99% Min
• Moisture Content: < 0.1%
• Boiling Range: 145°C – 170°C
• Specific Gravity: 0.935 at 27°C
• Acidity (as Acetic Acid): < 0.002%
• Solubility: Miscible with water and most organic solvents

Key Applications of Diacetone Alcohol (DAA)

1. Paints, Coatings & Lacquers

Used in nitrocellulose, acrylic, and cellulose acetate lacquers, DAA enhances film formation, flow, and leveling. It is also an excellent component for water-based coatings due to its miscibility.

2. Textile & Printing Industry

DAA serves as a solvent in printing pastes and wood stains and is used in textile stripping agents, offering a balance of solvency and controlled evaporation.

3. Photographic & Film Manufacturing

Used in photographic films and celluloid cements for its stability and low toxicity, making it a preferred solvent in sensitive applications.

4. Cleaning Compounds

DAA is a key ingredient in metal cleaning agents, hydraulic compression fluids, and degreasers due to its efficient solvency power.

5. Chemical Intermediate

Its dual functional groups (hydroxyl and carbonyl) make it suitable for manufacturing diacetone acrylamide, resins, waxes, and other specialty chemicals.

6. Gravure Printing Inks

In gravure printing, Diacetone Alcohol (DAA) offers smooth flow and leveling, making it valuable for high-performance inks.

Features & Benefits

• High Purity (99% Min)

• Excellent Water & Solvent Miscibility

• Slow Evaporation for Extended Work Time

• Versatile Chemical Intermediate

• Improves Flow & Leveling in Coatings

• Mild Odor and Low Toxicity Profile

• Stable Under Standard Storage Conditions

Why Choose Chemex Chemicals?

At Chemex Chemicals, we are dedicated to supplying premium-quality Diacetone Alcohol sourced from globally recognized manufacturers. Here’s why clients trust us:

• Trusted Importer & Supplier with nationwide reach

• Quality Assurance: Each batch tested for purity and consistency

• Custom Packaging Options – 190 kg drums, IBCs, and ISO tanks

• Competitive Pricing & Reliable Stock

• Technical Support & Documentation Available

• PAN-India Delivery & Logistics Expertise