Pentaerythritol

KCI produces technical grade and nitration grade Pentaerythritol with a range of high purities. We also offer specialised formulations for certain applications.

Applications

Applications include but are not limited to:

• Alkyd resins for the paint industry, as it imparts excellent drying speed, viscosity and water resistance properties to the paints
• Various polymer stabilisers such as PVC stabiliser and Polyolefin stabiliser
• Lubricants, explosives and printing inks

Our Grades

General Grades

• Penta TG (Technical Grade)
• Penta NG (Nitration Grade)

Specialized Formulations

• Penta KFR - A micronized polyol derivative of Pentaerythritol

  • Used for passive fire protection systems
  • Critical component for the production of intumescent systems

• Penta KHS - A micronized polyol derivative of Pentaerythritol

  • Has good heat stability
  • Used to make PVC stabiliser
  • A sustainable choice replacing lead-based alternatives

• Penta K Plast - A micronized polyol derivative of Pentaerythritol

  • Co-stabilizer that secures high performance PVC
  • A sustainable choice replacing lead-based alternatives

Packaging & Transportation

The product is not covered by international regulations on the transport of dangerous goods (IMDG, IATA, ADR/RID).

Pentaerythritol should be stored in original containers in a cool and dry place. The powder can react with accumulated dust particles to form an explosive mixture with air. Utmost hygiene must be maintained to avoid such formations.

Pentaerythritol is transported by all modes of transport in accordance with the rules of goods carriage, valid for the mode of transport. It is transported in closed transport facilities.

For packaging, PP bags with a plastic liner or Multiwall moisture-proof paper bags are used.