Description

Diethylene Glycol Dibutyl Ether is a high-boiling, aprotic solvent and chemical intermediate with excellent solvency power and low volatility. This compound is valued for its ability to dissolve a wide range of organic materials and its stability under various chemical conditions. It serves as a critical component in the formulation of coatings, inks, and industrial cleaners, and is also utilized as a reaction medium and extractant in chemical synthesis. Industries including paints & coatings, printing, electronics, and specialty chemicals rely on its consistent performance.

Application

• Solvent for High-Performance Coatings & Inks: Acts as a coalescing agent and slow-evaporating solvent in automotive, industrial, and decorative paints, as well as in printing inks, improving flow and film formation.
• Industrial & Metal Cleaning Formulations: Used in heavy-duty degreasers, paint strippers, and metal cleaning solutions due to its strong solvency for oils, greases, and resins.
• Chemical Reaction Medium & Extraction Solvent: Serves as an inert, high-boiling point solvent for organic synthesis, polymerization reactions, and in liquid-liquid extraction processes.
• Additive for Functional Fluids: Employed in hydraulic fluids, brake fluids, and other specialty industrial fluids as a stabilizer and coupling agent.
• Plasticizer and Intermediate: Functions as a plasticizer for certain polymers and as a starting material for the synthesis of other ether derivatives and specialty chemicals.
• Electronics Manufacturing: Used in photoresist strippers and circuit board cleaners within the electronics industry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diethylene Glycol Dibutyl Ether
CAS No.	112-73-2
Molecular Formula	C12H26O3
Molecular Weight	218.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(2-butoxyethyl) ether; Dibutyl carbitol; Diethylene glycol butyl ether; 2-Butoxyethyl ether; Butyl diglyme; Ethanol, 2,2'-[oxybis(2,1-ethanediyloxy)]bis-; Di(butoxyethyl) ether; Butyl dioxitol
EINECS	204-001-9

Quality Control

Our Diethylene Glycol Dibutyl Ether is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise specifications for industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, water content, color, and other critical parameters is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Color (APHA)	≤ 20
Density (20°C)	0.885 - 0.895 g/mL
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.423 - 1.427
Boiling Point	~ 256°C

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