What is Eastman™ triacetin, and how is it used?
Eastman™ triacetin (glyceryl triacetate) is a plasticizer for cellulose resins and is compatible in all proportions with cellulose acetate, nitrocellulose, and ethyl cellulose. Eastman&trade triacetin imparts plasticity and flow to laminating resins, particularly at low temperature, and is also a plasticizer for vinylidene polymers and copolymers. As a specialty solvent, this product has low volatility and low toxicity. In some pharmaceutical preparations, this product is a solvent and a carrier for flavoring agents. Applications also include compounding perfumes as a solvent and a fixative. Eastman™ triacetin can also be used in inks for printing on plastics and nonabsorbent surfaces. For additional information about triacetin, see Eastman publication L-148.
