ARCOSOLV® PM-EL Solvent: Propylene Glycol (Mono) Methyl Ether
ARCOSOLV® PM-EL Solvent: Propylene Glycol (Mono) Methyl Ether
ARCOSOLV® PM-EL Solvent: Propylene Glycol (Mono) Methyl Ether
Description ARCOSOLV® PM-EL is a colorless, flammable liquid with low toxicity, having a mild, pleasant odor.
It is completely water soluble, miscible with a number of organic solvents, and has good solvency
for a number of substances. ARCOSOLV PM and blends can be used as replacements for ethylene
glycol (E-series) ether acetates, particularly EEA and EMA.
Please contact customer service for the most up to date specifications at 1-888-777-0232.
Application In the electronics market, ARCOSOLV PM-EL is used in conjunction with other solvents (like DMF
and/or acetone) in the manufacture of laminates for printed circuit boards. Additionally,
ARCOSOLV PM-EL may be used in the cleaning and removal of solder flux and masks, and in
blends as an edge bead remover.
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Propylene Glycol (Mono) Methyl Ether
Product As the semiconductor industry continually reduces chip architecture, Lyondell chemical has
Quality maintained high purity wet process chemicals to support the emerging technology. With high
purity and metal levels below 50 ppb, ARCOSOLV PM-EL is well suited for electronics applications.
Commitment Lyondell Chemical Company is committed to quality and customer service. With production and
shipment facilities world wide, order fulfillment is but a phone call away. In addition our customer
service and technical staff are always available to provide you assistance. In the US, please call 1-
888-777-0232.
Storage General industry practice is to store ARCOSOLV PM in carbon steel vessels. Avoid contact with air
when storing for long periods of time. Store only in tightly closed, properly vented containers
away from heat, sparks, open flame or strong oxidizing agents. Use only non-sparking tools.
Ground containers before beginning transfer. Electrical equipment should conform to national
electric code. Handle empty containers carefully. Flammable, combustible residue remains after
emptying. Store in properly lined steel or stainless steel to avoid slight discoloration from mild
steel. Glycol ethers should never be stored or handled in copper or copper alloys. This product
may absorb water if exposed to air.
Safety and ARCOSOLV PM has a flash point of 89ºF. It is a flammable liquid as defined under SARA Title III,
Handling section 311/312 hazard category, but is not subject to the reporting requirements of SARA Title
111, section 313. Undue exposure or spillage should be strictly avoided as a matter of good
practice. Refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet for ARCOSOLV PM for more specific information.
Health 1 0
Flammability 3 3
Reactivity 0 0
Personal Protection B*
*Personal protection recommendation should be made with consideration of specific work place
conditions.
This information is believed to be accurate as of the date of publication. It is the sole responsibility of the customer to determine
whether the product is appropriate and suitable for the customer’s specific use. Specific end uses may require approval by
appropriate regulatory agencies. Lyondell Chemical Company makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the product or
information contained therein. The applicable Material Safety Data Sheet should be reviewed by customer before handling the
Lyondell Chemical product. Lyondell Chemical Company disclaims any liability for infringement of any patent by reason of
customer’s use of any Lyondell Chemical Company products in combination with other materials or in any process.
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