Description

Dipropylene Glycol Methyl Ether is a high-purity, versatile glycol ether solvent known for its excellent solvency and coupling properties. Its balanced evaporation rate and low toxicity make it a critical component in formulations requiring reliable performance and regulatory compliance. This product is essential for manufacturers in the coatings, cleaning, and chemical processing industries seeking a stable and effective solvent.

Application

• Coatings & Inks: Acts as a coalescing agent and solvent in water-based and solvent-based paints, lacquers, and printing inks to improve film formation and flow.
• Industrial & Institutional Cleaners: Used as a key solvent in heavy-duty degreasers, hard surface cleaners, and graffiti removers for its ability to dissolve oils and resins.
• Chemical Processing: Serves as a reaction medium and coupling agent in the synthesis of resins, dyes, and agricultural chemicals.
• Metal Working Fluids: Incorporated into cutting fluids and lubricants for its cooling properties and ability to hold additives in solution.
• Electronics: Employed in photoresist developers and circuit board cleaning solutions due to its purity and controlled evaporation.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Functions as a plasticizer and viscosity modifier to enhance application properties and final product performance.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dipropylene Glycol Methyl Ether
CAS No.	12002-25-4
Molecular Formula	C7H16O3
Molecular Weight	148.20 g/mol
Synonyms	DPGME; Methoxypropoxypropanol; 1-(2-Methoxypropoxy)-2-propanol; 2-(2-Methoxypropoxy)-1-methylethanol; Dipropylene glycol monomethyl ether; Dowanol® DPM; Arcosolv® DPM; Propylene glycol methyl ether propionate (related); PPG-2 methyl ether
EINECS	234-433-8

Quality Control

Our Dipropylene Glycol Methyl Ether 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, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with industrial and regulatory standards to support your critical applications.

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)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (Karl Fischer)	≤ 0.1%
Color (APHA)	≤ 10
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.950 - 0.955
Distillation Range	188°C - 195°C
Acidity (as Acetic Acid)	≤ 0.01%

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