Methyl 2-Benzoylbenzoate: The Odorless Solution for Efficient UV Curing
Experience superior UV curing with our high-activity, low-odor photoinitiator, ideal for demanding applications.
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Methyl 2-Benzoylbenzoate
Methyl 2-Benzoylbenzoate, also known as OMBB, is a Type II free radical photoinitiator renowned for its high initiation efficiency and almost odorless nature. This makes it an excellent choice for UV polymerization of resins, especially in applications where odor is a critical concern, such as food packaging and consumer goods. Its low migration properties and good safety profile further enhance its appeal for food-safe formulations.
- Discover the benefits of using a high activity photoinitiator for inks, ensuring rapid and complete curing for vibrant prints.
- Explore the advantages of low migration UV initiator for plastics, providing enhanced safety and durability in your products.
- Learn how combining photoinitiator OMBB with TPO can significantly boost curing efficiency, leading to faster production cycles.
- Understand the role of this exceptional antiseptic UV absorber for food, safeguarding products from UV degradation.
Key Advantages You Gain
Exceptional Odor Profile
Leverage the advantage of an almost odorless photoinitiator, crucial for sensitive applications like food packaging inks, ensuring a pleasant user experience.
Enhanced Curing Efficiency
Benefit from the high activity of Methyl 2-Benzoylbenzoate, often used in conjunction with synergists to achieve faster and more thorough UV curing, improving your production throughput.
Food Contact Safety
Trust in the non-toxic UV curing agent, suitable for direct human contact materials, making it a preferred choice for food-grade applications and sensitive end-products.
Key Applications
UV Curing Inks
Enhance your printing inks with our photoinitiator, ensuring rapid curing and excellent print quality, especially in food packaging.
UV Coatings
Achieve durable and aesthetically pleasing finishes with our low odor and high activity photoinitiator for various coating applications.
Food Packaging Materials
Utilize this food-grade photoinitiator for safe and effective UV curing in inks and varnishes directly contacting food.
Plastics
Improve the performance of plastic products with our low migration UV initiator, ensuring safety and longevity.