Description

Di(Propylene Glycol) Butyl Ether is a high-performance glycol ether solvent known for its excellent solvency power and favorable evaporation profile. This versatile compound is critical for formulators seeking a balance of hydrophilic and hydrophobic properties to optimize product performance. It is widely utilized across the coatings, cleaning, and chemical processing industries as a coalescing agent, coupling solvent, and intermediate.

Application

• Coatings & Inks: Acts as a coalescing aid and solvent in water-based architectural and industrial coatings, latex paints, and printing inks to enhance film formation and flow.
• Industrial & Institutional Cleaners: Serves as a key coupling agent in heavy-duty degreasers, hard surface cleaners, and solvent blends for its ability to dissolve oils and greases.
• Chemical Processing: Used as a reaction medium or solvent in the synthesis of resins, polymers, and other specialty chemicals.
• Metal Working Fluids: Incorporated into formulations as a coupling agent and lubricity additive.
• Agricultural Formulations: Employed as a solvent and carrier in pesticide and herbicide concentrates.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Functions as a plasticizer and solvent to adjust viscosity and drying characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Di(Propylene Glycol) Butyl Ether
CAS No.	35884-42-5
Molecular Formula	C10H22O3
Molecular Weight	190.28 g/mol
Synonyms	DPnB; Dipropylene glycol butyl ether; Butoxy dipropanol; 2-(2-Butoxypropoxy)propan-1-ol; 1-(2-Butoxy-1-methylethoxy)-2-propanol; DOWANOL® DPnB; ARCOSOLV® DPnB
EINECS	252-776-7

Quality Control

Our Di(Propylene Glycol) Butyl Ether is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and physical properties. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are provided to guarantee supply consistency and performance reliability for your formulations.

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 (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)	≤ 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.