Zhejiang Asia Chemstation
— Your Strategic Partner for Paints & Inks Solvent Solutions
Zhejiang Asia Chemstation is a dedicated supplier of high-quality solvent products for the paints and printing inks industry. Our comprehensive portfolio covers alcohols, esters, ketones, aromatic hydrocarbons, and true solvents (active solvents). With deep understanding of dissolution requirements for various resin systems, we provide precise, stable, and compliant solvent selection and supply services to enhance application performance and film quality.
Core Solvent Systems & Applications
| Solvent Category | Common Types | Key Properties | Typical Applications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcohols | Ethanol, Isopropanol (IPA), n-Butanol | Good solubility, low toxicity, moderate evaporation | Co-solvents for waterborne and solvent-based inks; blended with esters/ketones for enhanced solubility |
| Esters | Ethyl Acetate, Butyl Acetate (BAC) | Fruity odor, moderate evaporation rate, strong solvency | Primary solvent for nitrocellulose lacquers; gravure/flexo printing inks; BAC is core component in furniture and automotive refinish coatings |
| Ketones | Acetone, Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK), Cyclohexanone | High solvency, fast drying | Dissolving nitrocellulose resins; fast-dry coatings and ink systems |
| Aromatic Hydrocarbons | Toluene, Xylene | Strong solvency, slower evaporation | Thinners for alkyd resin and epoxy resin industrial coatings |
| True Solvents (Active Solvents) | Methyl Acetate, Ethyl Acetate, etc. | Complete dissolution of binders or ink resins | Nitrocellulose lacquers → Ethyl Acetate/Methyl Acetate; Polyamide resin inks → Toluene/Xylene (aromatic-soluble) or Ethanol/IPA (alcohol-soluble) |
Quick Reference: Solvent Selection by Resin System
| Resin/Binder Type | Recommended True Solvents | Auxiliary Solvents |
|---|---|---|
| Nitrocellulose Lacquer | Ethyl Acetate, Methyl Acetate | Alcohols, Aromatics |
| Polyamide Resin Inks | Toluene, Xylene (aromatic-soluble); Ethanol, IPA (alcohol-soluble) | — |
| Alkyd Resin Coatings | Xylene, Toluene | Esters, Ketones |
| Epoxy Resin Coatings | Xylene, Ketones | Aromatic hydrocarbons |
Why Choose Us
Full Product Coverage – Alcohols, esters, ketones, aromatics, and true solvents for all paints & inks applications.
Consistent Quality – Strict control over purity, moisture, acid value, and evaporation rate for batch-to-batch reliability.
Technical Support – Precision solvent selection and formulation optimization based on your resin system and process.
Efficient Supply Chain – Leveraging Zhejiang Free Trade Zone for fast response and reliable delivery.
Industries We Serve
Industrial coatings, wood lacquers, automotive refinish paint manufacturers
Gravure, flexo, screen, and specialty printing ink producers
Nitrocellulose, alkyd, and epoxy coating formulators
Waterborne and environmentally friendly paints & inks R&D companies
Zhejiang Asia Chemstation – Precision Solvents, Superior Finishes.