Description

Butyl 2-Methoxyethyl Ether is a high-purity glycol ether solvent with the CAS registry number 13343-98-1. This compound is valued for its excellent solvency power, favorable evaporation rate, and good coupling ability for a wide range of polar and non-polar substances. It serves as a critical formulation component for industries requiring reliable performance in coatings, inks, cleaning agents, and chemical synthesis. Our supply is backed by stringent quality control to ensure consistency and reliability for your industrial processes.

Application

• Coatings & Paints: Acts as a coalescing agent and solvent in water-based and solvent-based formulations, improving film formation and flow.
• Industrial Cleaners & Degreasers: Used as a key solvent in heavy-duty cleaning formulations for its ability to dissolve oils, greases, and resins.
• Printing Inks: Serves as a solvent and viscosity modifier in flexographic and gravure inks, enhancing print quality and drying characteristics.
• Chemical Synthesis & Intermediates: Functions as a reaction solvent or an intermediate in the production of specialty chemicals and pharmaceuticals.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Employed as a solvent to adjust drying time and improve the adhesion properties of various adhesive systems.
• Metal Working Fluids: Incorporated as a coupling agent and stabilizer in coolants and lubricants.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butyl 2-Methoxyethyl Ether
CAS No.	13343-98-1
Molecular Formula	C7H16O2
Molecular Weight	132.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Butoxyethyl methyl ether; Butyl glycol methyl ether; Ethylene glycol monobutyl ether methyl ether; 1-Butoxy-2-methoxyethane; BDG-ME; Butyl diglyme; Butyl 2-methoxyethyl ether; 2-Methoxyethyl butyl ether
EINECS	236-411-1

Quality Control

Our Butyl 2-Methoxyethyl 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. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing the results against our controlled standards. For customers with specific regulatory needs, documentation supporting REACH compliance is available upon request.

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. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and evaporation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.5%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Color (APHA)	≤ 15
Density (20°C)	0.895 - 0.905 g/mL
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.414 - 1.418
Boiling Point	165 - 170 °C

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