Description

Dowanol62B is a high-performance glycol ether solvent, also known as 2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)ethanol, with the CAS number 10213-77-1. This versatile compound is valued for its excellent solvency power, low volatility, and favorable coupling properties between water and organic materials. It is an essential component for formulators and manufacturers in industries such as coatings, inks, industrial and institutional cleaners, and metalworking fluids.

Application

• Coatings & Paints: Acts as a coalescing agent and solvent in water-based latex paints, improving film formation and flow properties.
• Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaners: Serves as a key solvent and coupling agent in heavy-duty degreasers, floor cleaners, and hard surface cleaners.
• Printing Inks: Used as a solvent in water-based flexographic and gravure inks to control drying time and viscosity.
• Metalworking Fluids: Functions as a coupling agent and lubricity additive in synthetic and semi-synthetic metalworking coolants.
• Chemical Intermediates: Employed as a reactant or processing solvent in the synthesis of specialty chemicals.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Utilized to adjust drying characteristics and improve the solubility of resins in water-based formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dowanol62B
CAS No.	10213-77-1
Molecular Formula	C8H18O3
Molecular Weight	162.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)ethanol; Diethylene glycol monobutyl ether; Butoxydiglycol; Butyl carbitol; DEGBE; BDG; Dowanol® DB; Ektasolve DB; JEFFERSOL DB
EINECS	203-961-6

Quality Control

Our Dowanol62B is manufactured under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for every shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, water content, color, and acidity. Our quality commitment aligns with global standards for industrial chemical production, ensuring reliability for your critical formulations.

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 such as strong oxidizing agents. 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)	≥ 99.0 %
Water Content (Karl Fischer)	≤ 0.1 %
Color (Pt-Co)	≤ 15
Acidity (as Acetic Acid)	≤ 0.01 %
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.953 - 0.959
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.431 - 1.435

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