Description

2-Butoxyacetic Acid is a versatile organic acid ester valued for its unique combination of acidic and solvent properties. This compound is a key intermediate and functional additive in several high-value industrial and chemical synthesis processes. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the coatings, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for its role in producing esters, plasticizers, and surface-active agents.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of specialized esters, plasticizers, and other fine chemicals.
• Coatings & Inks: Used as a coalescing agent or solvent additive to improve film formation, flow, and leveling in paint, varnish, and ink formulations.
• Agrochemicals: Serves as an intermediate in the production of certain herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Metalworking Fluids: Acts as a corrosion inhibitor and additive in cutting fluids and industrial lubricants.
• Cleaning & Degreasing: Employed in industrial cleaning formulations for its solvent properties on oils and greases.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Utilized as an intermediate in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Butoxyacetic Acid
CAS No.	2516-93-0
Molecular Formula	C6H12O3
Molecular Weight	132.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Butoxyacetic Acid; 2-Butoxyethanoic Acid; Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether Acetate (related); BAA; O-Butylglycolic Acid; Butyl Glycolate; Butoxyethanoic Acid; 2-n-Butoxyacetic Acid
EINECS	219-746-6

Quality Control

Our 2-Butoxyacetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profile, and physical properties is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your quality requirements.

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 bases and 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 volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.425 - 1.435
Density (20°C)	1.015 - 1.035 g/mL

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