Description

Methoxyethanol CAS NO 32718-54-0 is a versatile glycol ether solvent known for its excellent solvency power for a wide range of resins, oils, and dyes. This property makes it a critical component in formulating high-performance coatings, inks, and cleaning agents where controlled evaporation and strong dissolving action are required. It is essential for manufacturers in the paint, printing, and industrial cleaning sectors seeking reliable and effective solvent solutions.

Application

• As a solvent and coalescing agent in water-based and solvent-based paints, lacquers, and coatings.
• As a key component in printing inks, including flexographic and gravure inks, for pigment dispersion and viscosity control.
• As an active ingredient in industrial and institutional cleaners and degreasers for removing tough soils and oils.
• As a processing solvent in the manufacture of semiconductors and electronics for photoresist formulations.
• As a solvent for cellulose acetate, dyes, and resins in various specialty chemical formulations.
• In the production of brake fluid and other hydraulic fluids.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methoxyethanol
CAS No.	32718-54-0
Molecular Formula	C3H8O2
Molecular Weight	76.09 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methoxyethanol; Ethylene glycol monomethyl ether; Methyl glycol; Methyl Cellosolve; EGME; 2-Methoxy-1-ethanol; Monomethyl ether of ethylene glycol; β-Methoxyethanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methoxyethanol is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) for assay and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, containers should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (20°C)	0.960 - 0.965 g/mL
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.401 - 1.403
Boiling Point	124 - 126°C

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