Description

Butoxymethanol is a versatile organic solvent and chemical intermediate with the CAS registry number 3085-35-6. Its primary value lies in its excellent solvency and reactivity, making it a key component in the formulation of high-performance coatings, inks, and cleaning agents. This product is essential for manufacturers in the paints and coatings, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-purity raw materials for their production processes.

Application

• As a high-boiling point solvent and coalescing agent in industrial paints, varnishes, and lacquers.
• As a reaction intermediate and formulation component in the synthesis of agrochemicals and pesticides.
• As a key ingredient in specialty ink formulations, including printing and stamp pad inks.
• As a solvent and carrier in industrial and institutional cleaning formulations.
• As a chemical intermediate in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals.
• As a component in metalworking fluids and corrosion inhibitor formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butoxymethanol
CAS No.	3085-35-6
Molecular Formula	C5H12O2
Molecular Weight	104.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Butyl Glycol; 2-Butoxyethanol; Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether; Butyl Cellosolve; Butoxyethanol; EGMBE; BGE; Dowanol EB; EGBE; 2-Butoxyethan-1-ol
EINECS	203-905-0

Quality Control

Our Butoxymethanol is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) for purity and identity confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting compliance with agreed specifications. We adhere to relevant global regulatory frameworks, including REACH, to guarantee supply chain integrity.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain product quality. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1 %
Color (APHA)	≤ 15
Acidity (as Acetic Acid)	≤ 0.01 %
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.900 - 0.903
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.419 - 1.421

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