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Nitrex Chemicals was formed on 16th of march 2004 by taking over the Nitrocellulose (NC) & Trading Business of ICI India Limited on an ongoing basis. The Company has a manufacturing facility to manufacture Nitrocellulose at Valsad in the State of Gujarat. It is located approximately at a distance of 180 kms. to the north of the city of Mumbai.
The company apart from manufacturer of Nitrocellulose represents several globally renowned suppliers for promotion and marketing their products in India.
NITREX CHEMICALS INDIA NITROCELLULOSE BUSINESS
Nitrex Chemicals India Limited is the largest manufacturer of industrial grade nitrocellulose in India. We Service our customers from our factory at Valsad, India, both directly and through a network of agents. Over the years it has been our constant endeavour to supply the highest quality product and services to our customers, while maintaining our commitment to safety, health and environment. We have the capability to meet all requirements of nitrocellulose users through a comprehensive product range that covers both plasticizer and solvent damped products can also offer customized grades.
INDUSTRIAL NITROCELLULOSE
Industrial nitrocellulose is known to be one of the oldest film formers unequalled in properties like toughness, durability, fast solvent release capacity and solubility.
Nitrocellulose is a derivative of cellulose and is manufactured from purified cellulose either in the form of cotton linters or woodpulp. The manufacturing process involves nitration of purified cellulose with nitric acid and sulphuric acid under controlled conditions followed by stabilization and washing.
Nitrex Chemicals India manufactures nitrocellulose from bleached cotton linters with nitrogen content in the range of 10.7% to 12.2%. Our packaging and transportation of nitrocellulose conform to international standards as also to country specific standards as required.
APPLICATIONS OF INDUSTRIAL NITROCELLULOSE
Industrial nitrocellulose finds application in:
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AUTO-REFINISH PAINTS |
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Well know for imparting high gloss, hard film, ease of application and quick drying. |
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WOOD LACQUERS |
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Widely used as base coat and top coat on wooden furniture and articles for high gloss, washability and amenability to spray painting. |
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PRINTING INKS |
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Provides gloss, fast drying capability and good adhesion to many substrates. Most gravure and flexographic inks for the packaging industry use nitrocellulose. |
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LEATHER FINISHING LACQUERS |
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Preferred on leather goods both for protection and high quality finish. |
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NAIL VARNISHES |
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Imparts gloss, quick drying capability to nail varnishes. |
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MISCELLANEOUS APPLICATIONS |
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Finds applications in sealants and primers that are used in painting industry. Also used in adhesives, coatings, artificial jewellery etc. |
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