Description

Di(Propylene Glycol) Butyl Ether is a high-purity glycol ether solvent known for its excellent solvency power and favorable evaporation profile. This versatile chemical intermediate is critical for formulators seeking a balance of performance and safety in demanding industrial applications. It is widely utilized across the coatings, cleaning, and chemical processing industries where effective solvency for resins and oils is required.

Application

• As a coalescing agent and solvent in water-based and solvent-based industrial coatings, paints, and inks.
• Primary component in heavy-duty industrial and institutional cleaning formulations and degreasers.
• Solvent and coupling agent in agricultural chemical concentrates and pesticide formulations.
• Intermediate in the synthesis of specialty chemicals, plasticizers, and lubricant additives.
• Component in metalworking fluids and hydraulic fluids for its lubricity and stability.
• Solvent for resins and dyes in the textile processing and printing industries.
• Used in electronics cleaning applications for flux removal and precision degreasing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Di(Propylene Glycol) Butyl Ether
CAS No.	29911-28-2
Molecular Formula	C10H22O3
Molecular Weight	190.28 g/mol
Synonyms	DPnB; Di(propylene glycol) n-butyl ether; 1-(2-Butoxy-1-methylethoxy)-2-propanol; Butoxypropanol, propoxylated; 2-Propanol, 1-(2-butoxy-1-methylethoxy)-; Dowanol DPnB; Arcosolv DPnB; Glycol ether DPnB
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Di(Propylene Glycol) Butyl Ether is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Every lot is analyzed against stringent internal specifications using advanced analytical techniques such as GC and titration. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and key physical properties is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical 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 acids and 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 contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content	≤ 0.1%
Color (APHA)	≤ 15
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.910 - 0.920
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.420 - 1.425

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