Description

Tripropyleneglycol n-Butylether (CAS 57499-93-1) is a high-performance glycol ether solvent prized for its excellent solvency power and favorable evaporation profile. This versatile chemical is engineered to meet the demanding requirements of industrial formulations where a balance of hydrophilic and hydrophobic properties is critical. It is an essential component for manufacturers in the coatings, cleaning, and chemical processing industries seeking reliable performance and formulation stability.

Application

• Industrial & Institutional Cleaners: Acts as a powerful coupling agent and solvent in heavy-duty degreasers, hard surface cleaners, and metalworking fluids.
• Coatings & Inks: Serves as a coalescing agent and solvent in water-based architectural paints, industrial coatings, and printing inks to enhance film formation and flow properties.
• Chemical Processing: Used as an intermediate and process solvent in the synthesis of specialty chemicals, resins, and polymers.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Functions as a plasticizer and viscosity modifier to improve the application and performance characteristics of various adhesive systems.
• Agricultural Formulations: Employed as a solvent and carrier in pesticide and herbicide concentrates to aid in active ingredient dissolution and stability.
• Electronics Manufacturing: Utilized in precision cleaning formulations for electronic components and circuit boards due to its effective solvency and low residue.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tripropyleneglycol n-Butylether
CAS No.	57499-93-1
Molecular Formula	C13H28O4
Molecular Weight	248.36 g/mol
Synonyms	TPnB; Tripropylene glycol monobutyl ether; Tripropylene glycol butyl ether; Butoxytriglycol; 2-[2-[2-(Butoxy)propoxy]propoxy]propanol; PPG-3 butyl ether; Dowanol® TPnB; Arcosolv® TPNB
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Quality Control

Our Tripropyleneglycol n-Butylether is manufactured under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot is tested against rigorous internal specifications to guarantee high purity and performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment 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 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 and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.2 %
Color (APHA)	≤ 25
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.930 - 0.950
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.430 - 1.435

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