Intermediates & Reagents

ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL is rubbing alcohol, hand sanitizer, and disinfecting pads typically contain a 60–70% solution of isopropyl alcohol or ethanol in water. It water soluble, colorless, volatile liquid with a sweet odour

BISPHENOLS have been shown to be endocrine disruptors. Due to its high production volumes, BPA has been characterised as a "pseudo-persistent" chemical, leading to its spreading and potential accumulation in a variety of environmental matrices, even though it has a fairly short half-life.

ACETOPHENONE is an ingredient in fragrances that resemble almond, cherry, honeysuckle, jasmine, and strawberry.

HEXAMETHYLENE DIAMINE (HMDA) is used almost exclusively for the production of polymers, an application that takes advantage of its structure. The diamine also serves as a cross-linking agent in epoxy resins.