Where ethanol is used in this industry
Ethanol's fast evaporation and resin compatibility make it common in shellac, nitrocellulose and some alkyd and polyvinyl butyral systems.
- Nitrocellulose lacquers
- Shellac and spirit varnishes
- Wood coatings and sealers
- Thinner and solvent blends
- Specialty and industrial coatings
- Equipment cleaning between batches



