Description

Methyl Carbitol Acetate is a high-purity glycol ether acetate solvent known for its excellent solvency and slow evaporation rate. This versatile chemical is crucial for formulating high-performance coatings, inks, and cleaning agents where controlled drying and strong dissolving power are required. Key industries that rely on this product include paints and coatings, industrial cleaning, printing inks, and electronics manufacturing.

Application

• As a high-boiling, active solvent in automotive and industrial coating formulations.
• As a coalescing agent and film-forming aid in water-based paints and latex systems.
• As a key component in strippers and cleaning formulations for resins, greases, and inks.
• As a solvent carrier in printing inks, particularly silk-screen and gravure inks.
• In the formulation of specialty cleaners for the electronics and aerospace industries.
• As a processing solvent in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and pharmaceuticals.
• In adhesive formulations where controlled evaporation is necessary for proper bonding.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl Carbitol Acetate
CAS No.	629-38-9
Molecular Formula	C7H14O4
Molecular Weight	162.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Diethylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether Acetate; 2-(2-Methoxyethoxy)ethyl acetate; Ethanol, 2-(2-methoxyethoxy)-, acetate; Carbitol Acetate; Diglycol Monomethyl Ether Acetate; Methyl Diglycol Acetate; Dowanol DM Acetate; Ektasolve DM Acetate
EINECS	211-076-8

Quality Control

Our Methyl Carbitol Acetate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, color, acidity, and water content. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee consistency and performance for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its hygroscopic nature, containers should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). Keep away from strong acids and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.5%
Color (APHA)	≤ 15
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Acidity (as acetic acid)	≤ 0.01%
Density at 20°C	1.035 - 1.045 g/mL
Refractive Index at 20°C	1.423 - 1.427

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