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Soy Methyl Ester

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SUMMARY

Soy Methyl Ester is a clear or pale-yellow liquid with a mild, characteristic odor. Soy Methyl Ester is derived from a renewable soybean oil source and is an environmentally friendly solvent that is an alternative to traditional petroleum-based solvents with low toxicity and VOC emissions. Soy Methyl Ester is primarily used as a solvent in cleaning products, paints, coatings, and inks, as a cleaning agent for removing oils, greases, adhesives, and residues from surfaces, and as a component in adhesive and coating formulations. Soy Methyl Ester is used in the formulation of personal care products and as a spray oil and carrier in pesticides and herbicides.

INDUSTRIES

  • HI&I: Used in cleaning, maintenance, and hygiene formulations for household and industrial use.
  • Oil & Gas: Supports extraction, refining, and treatment processes through enhanced chemical performance.
  • Automotive & Transportation: Improves lubrication, cleaning, and surface protection in vehicle systems.
  • Personal Care & Cosmetics: Provides formulation stability and enhances texture, cleansing, and conditioning.
  • Consumer: Used across household and everyday products for performance, safety, and ease of use.

APPLICATIONS

  • Hair Treatment: Enhances conditioning, cleansing, and formulation performance in hair care products.
  • Automotive Care & Components: Used in lubricants, cleaners, and maintenance fluids for vehicle performance.
  • Sports & Recreation: Supports cleaning, coating, and maintenance applications for sports equipment and facilities.
  • Maintenance & Repair: Improves lubrication, corrosion protection, and cleaning efficiency in industrial upkeep.
  • Commercial Cleaning: Delivers effective removal of dirt, grease, and residues in large-scale cleaning operations.
  • Greases & Lubricants: Enhances stability, viscosity, and protective properties of lubrication systems.
  • Fuel Production & Additives: Optimizes performance, efficiency, and stability in fuel processing and use.
  • Bath & Body Care: Adds cleansing, foaming, and emollient benefits to personal hygiene formulations.

VALUE PROPOSITIONS

  • Low VOC: Formulated to minimize volatile organic compound emissions, supporting safer and more sustainable operations.
  • Biodegradable: Breaks down naturally, reducing environmental impact and promoting eco-friendly product formulations.
  • Non-Toxic: Safe for users and the environment, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
  • High Performance: Delivers consistent, efficient results across demanding industrial and consumer applications.

MARKET SEGMENTS

  • Cleaning Chemicals: Supporting the formulation of surface cleaners, detergents, and degreasers for industrial and household use.
  • Oils: Enhancing lubrication, protection, and performance in fuel, automotive, and industrial oil applications.

FUNCTIONS

  • Cleaning Agent: Effectively removes dirt, grease, and residues from surfaces and equipment.
  • Solvent: Dissolves and disperses other substances for uniform formulation and enhanced performance.