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Hydroxy Acids

High-purity hydroxy acids including DMPA, DMBA, and HPVA. Essential building blocks for environmentally friendly waterborne systems (PUDs, alkyds, polyesters) and high-performance polymers used in coatings, inks, adhesives, and lubricants.

DMPA Structure

Our Hydroxy Acids Portfolio

Discover our range of high-quality Hydroxy Acids products for your specific application needs.

DMBA Structure
Product
CAS: 10097-02-6

Dimethylolbutyric Acid (DMBA)

An advanced trifunctional intermediate enabling next-generation waterborne resins. Facilitates solvent-free PUD synthesis with lower processing temperature and enhanced film resistance.

Key Properties

Solvent-Free Formulation Enabler
Lower Processing Temperature
Enhanced Film Performance
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DMPA Structure
Product
CAS: 4767-03-7

Dimethylolpropionic Acid (DMPA)

Essential trifunctional intermediate enabling high-performance waterborne coatings, polyurethane dispersions, alkyds, and polyesters with superior stability and environmental benefits.

Key Properties

Enables Waterborne Formulations
Improves Coating Properties
Enhances Adhesion
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HPVA Structure
Product
CAS: 4835-90-9

3-Hydroxypivalic Acid (HPVA)

A unique hydroxy acid featuring a neopentyl structure, essential for synthesizing high-performance polyesters and esters with exceptional hydrolytic stability, thermal stability, and weather resistance.

Key Properties

Exceptional Stability
Durable Polymer Building Block
Versatile Ester Intermediate
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Applications

Industry Applications for Hydroxy Acids

Our Hydroxy Acids serve diverse applications across industry sectors.

Waterborne Coatings

Eco-friendly coating solutions with reduced VOCs and excellent performance for sustainable industrial applications.

Polyurethane Dispersions

High-quality waterborne PUD systems enabling advanced coatings with superior properties and low environmental impact.

Durable Polyesters

Building blocks for highly durable polyesters requiring exceptional thermal, hydrolytic, and weather resistance.

Powder Coatings

Key intermediates for premium solvent-free coating technology offering superior finish and environmental benefits.

Adhesives & Inks

Essential components for high-strength bonding formulations and vibrant, durable printing applications.

Synthetic Lubricants

Critical intermediates for advanced industrial lubricants delivering exceptional performance in extreme conditions.

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