Propylene carbonate is a clear polar solvent having high boiling and flash points, a low order of toxicity and a mild ether-like odor. It is stable under most conditions and is not hydroscopic or corrosive. It is particularly well suited for applications requiring a water white product or high purity. Examples would be cosmetics, electronics or where recycling of spent material will occur. It can be used for painting, coating, as a cleaning agent, and as solvent for many other industries.