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Chemical Name
Propanediol
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Zemea® propanediol is a plant-based solvent for formulators who are developing effective and sustainable household cleaning products. Depending on formulation needs, Zemea® propanediol functions well as an enzyme stabilizer or an eco-friendly solvent. It can also be used in household cleaning products to replace glycols such as propylene glycol and glycerin. Zemea® propanediol can be used in industrial and institutional cleaning products. The EPA granted an exemption from the requirement of tolerance under 40 CFR §180.940 when used as an inert ingredient solvent, co-solvent, diluent or freeze-point depressant for antimicrobial pesticide formulations applied to food contact surfaces in public eating places, dairy processing equipment and food processing equipment and utensils.

Zemea® propanediol is effective in the following home care applications:
  • Liquid laundry detergents
  • Liquid hand detergents
  • Automatic dish detergents
  • Hard surface cleaners
  • Glass cleaners
  • Carpet and rug cleaners


The performance benefits of Zemea® propanediol include:
  • Lack of skin irritation or sensitization
  • Excellent cloud point
  • Improved humectancy
  • Good stability
  • High purity
  • Favorable environmental profile
  • Enhanced clarity
  • Increased foaming (if desired)
  • Heat stability
  • Freeze/thaw protection
  • Low vapor pressure – VOC solvent (LVP-VOC)
Formulas
8293
11/28/23

Sample Formulation Zemea - Multipurpose Neutral pH Cleaner 24917

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8294
10/23/23

Sample Formulation Zemea - Countertop Cleaner 24642

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8295
10/23/23

Sample Formulation Zemea - Dish Hand Soap 24612

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8296
10/30/23

Sample Formulation Zemea - Floor Cleaner 24910

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8297
10/30/23

Sample Formulation Zemea - Industrial Floor Cleaner - 24912

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8298
11/28/23

Sample Formulation Zemea - Metal Cleaner - 24915

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