Description

Diethylene Glycol Ethyl Pentyl Ether is a high-purity glycol ether solvent with a balanced blend of hydrophobic and hydrophilic properties. This compound is valued for its excellent solvency power, low volatility, and favorable environmental profile, making it a versatile intermediate and formulation component. It is primarily utilized in the production of advanced coatings, industrial cleaners, and specialty chemical synthesis for sectors demanding reliable performance and material compatibility.

Application

• Coatings & Inks: Acts as a coalescing agent and solvent in water-based and high-solids coatings, improving film formation and flow properties.
• Industrial & Institutional Cleaners: Serves as a key solvent in heavy-duty degreasers, metal cleaners, and floor strippers due to its effective grease-cutting ability.
• Chemical Synthesis: Used as an intermediate and reaction solvent in the manufacture of plasticizers, stabilizers, and other specialty chemicals.
• Printing & Dyeing: Functions as a leveling agent and solvent in textile processing and printing ink formulations.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Employed as a plasticizer and viscosity modifier to enhance application properties and final product performance.
• Automotive Fluids: A component in formulations for brake fluids, coolants, and other functional automotive fluids.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diethylene Glycol Ethyl Pentyl Ether
CAS No.	18854-46-1
Molecular Formula	C11H24O3
Molecular Weight	204.31 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Ethoxyethoxy)ethanol, pentyl ether; Diethylene glycol monoethyl ether pentyl ether; Ethanol, 2-(2-ethoxyethoxy)-, pentyl ether; 1-Ethoxy-2-(pentyloxy)ethoxyethane; DEG ethyl pentyl ether; Glycol ether DPE; Ektasolve DPE; 2-(2-Ethoxyethoxy)ethyl pentyl ether
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Quality Control

Our Diethylene Glycol Ethyl Pentyl Ether is manufactured under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, purity, and impurity profile analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters is provided with every 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 at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, acids, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.2%
Color (APHA)	≤ 20
Density (20°C)	0.90 - 0.92 g/mL
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.425 - 1.430

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