TriMethylol Propane (TMP)

Cas: 77-99-6

Trimethylol Propane (TMP) is a triol present as a colourless solid with the molecular formula C₆H₁₄O₃. 

Trimethylol Propane Chemical  Structure Composition.

Production

Trimethylol propane is produced via a 2 step reaction.

The first step is the condensation of Butanal and formaldehyde. The second step is a reaction with formaldehyde at high pH.

When used for alkyds it gives more resistance to water and chemicals compared to glycerol. 

Uses

Alkyd resins for coatings, polyesters resins , Silicone, Acrylates, Adhesives and sealants, Electric insulation coatings, Pigments, Ink, Toner, and Colorant Products, Fabric, Textile, and Leather Products, Food Packaging, production of flexible polyurethanes, PU resin.

Arpadis is one of the largest chemical distributor in Europe.

Arpadis  is handling the storage, transport, export & import formalities of Trimethylol Propane globally.