Description

Tripropylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether is a high-purity, low-odor glycol ether solvent with excellent solvency and coupling properties. Its balanced hydrophilic-lipophilic nature makes it a versatile and effective formulation component across numerous industrial processes. This product is essential for manufacturers in the coatings, cleaning, and chemical processing industries seeking reliable performance and consistent quality. We supply this key intermediate with a focus on purity and supply chain integrity to meet global production demands.

Application

• Coatings & Inks: Acts as a coalescing agent and solvent in water-based architectural and industrial coatings, latex paints, and printing inks to improve film formation and flow.
• Industrial & Institutional Cleaners: Serves as a coupling solvent and degreaser in heavy-duty cleaners, hard surface cleaners, and metalworking fluids for effective soil removal.
• Chemical Processing: Utilized as a reaction medium, viscosity modifier, or carrier solvent in the synthesis of resins, polymers, and other specialty chemicals.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Functions as a plasticizer and solvent to adjust drying time, viscosity, and application properties in various adhesive formulations.
• Electronics: Employed in photoresist developers and circuit board cleaning solutions due to its effective solvency and relatively low volatility.
• Agricultural Formulations: Used as a solvent and carrier in pesticides and herbicides to enhance active ingredient stability and application efficacy.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tripropylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether
CAS No.	25498-49-1
Molecular Formula	C10H22O4
Molecular Weight	206.28 g/mol
Synonyms	TPGME; Tripropylene glycol methyl ether; PPG-3 methyl ether; Methoxytriglycol; 1-[2-(2-Methoxy-1-methylethoxy)-1-methylethoxy]-2-propanol; 2-[2-(2-Methoxypropoxy)propoxy]propan-1-ol; Dowanol TPM; Arcosolv TPM
EINECS	247-044-9

Quality Control

Our Tripropylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and physical properties. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are provided and available upon request, ensuring full traceability and compliance for your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Color (APHA)	≤ 15
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.960 - 0.970
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.426 - 1.430

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.