Description

1-Butoxyethoxy-2-Propanol is a high-purity glycol ether solvent known for its excellent solvency and coupling properties. This versatile compound is valued for its ability to dissolve a wide range of resins and oils while offering favorable evaporation rates and low toxicity profiles. It is a critical formulation component for industries requiring high-performance solvents and coalescing agents, such as coatings, inks, and industrial cleaners.

Application

• Coatings & Paints: Acts as a coalescing agent and solvent in water-based and solvent-based architectural, industrial, and automotive coatings to improve film formation and flow.
• Printing Inks: Serves as a solvent and viscosity modifier in flexographic, gravure, and screen printing inks, enhancing pigment dispersion and print quality.
• Industrial & Institutional Cleaners: Used as a coupling agent and degreaser in heavy-duty cleaner formulations for metal, glass, and hard surfaces.
• Chemical Intermediates: Employed as a building block in the synthesis of specialty chemicals, plasticizers, and other functional additives.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Functions as a solvent and plasticizer to adjust drying time, improve adhesion, and enhance the application properties of various adhesive systems.
• Metalworking Fluids: Incorporated as a coupling agent and lubricity additive in synthetic and semi-synthetic metalworking fluids.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Butoxyethoxy-2-Propanol
CAS No.	124-16-3
Molecular Formula	C9H20O3
Molecular Weight	176.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Dipropylene glycol monobutyl ether; DPGMBE; 2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)propan-1-ol; Butoxydipropylene glycol; Dowanol® DPhB; Arcosolv® DPNB; 1-(2-Butoxy-1-methylethoxy)-2-propanol
EINECS	204-685-9

Quality Control

Our 1-Butoxyethoxy-2-Propanol is manufactured under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. The product undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) for purity and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications is provided with each shipment to support 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)	≥ 98.5%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.2%
Color (APHA)	≤ 15
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.910 - 0.920
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.423 - 1.427

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