Description

Ethylene Glycol Monononyl Ether is a high-purity, non-ionic surfactant and solvent belonging to the alkyl ether family of glycols. This compound is valued for its excellent solvency, coupling, and surface-active properties, making it a versatile intermediate and formulation component. It is primarily used by manufacturers in the production of industrial cleaners, agrochemicals, coatings, and specialty chemical formulations where controlled hydrophobicity and stability are required.

Application

• Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaners: Acts as a coupling agent and solvent in heavy-duty degreasers, hard surface cleaners, and metalworking fluids.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Used as a non-ionic surfactant and penetrant in pesticide and herbicide concentrates to enhance efficacy and stability.
• Coatings & Inks: Serves as a coalescing agent and flow modifier in water-based paints, inks, and resin systems to improve film formation and application properties.
• Chemical Intermediate: A key raw material for the synthesis of more complex surfactants, esters, and specialty polymers.
• Textile Processing: Functions as a wetting agent and lubricant in fiber treatments and dyeing processes.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Employed in formulations for drilling fluids and production chemicals as a demulsifier or solvent component.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethylene Glycol Monononyl Ether
CAS No.	18913-04-7
Molecular Formula	C11H24O2
Molecular Weight	188.31 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Nonyloxy)ethanol; Ethylene Glycol Monononyl Ether; Nonyl Glycol; Ethanol, 2-(nonyloxy)-; Ethylene Glycol Mono-n-Butyl Ether (common misnomer, verify grade); Nonyl Cellosolve; EGME (Nonyl); Glycol Ether E Series (Nonyl derivative)
EINECS	242-678-7

Quality Control

Our Ethylene Glycol Monononyl Ether is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, identity, and purity to support your quality assurance protocols and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from 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 minimize moisture absorption and prevent evaporation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Color (APHA)	≤ 50
Density (20°C)	0.90 - 0.92 g/mL
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.430 - 1.435

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