Description

3-(2-Butoxyethoxy)Propanoic Acid Potassium Salt is a specialized organic salt widely utilized as a high-performance intermediate and additive. Its unique structure, featuring a polyether chain terminated with a carboxylate salt, provides excellent solubility and surfactant properties in various formulations. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the agrochemical, polymer, and specialty chemical industries seeking to enhance product performance and stability.

Application

• Agrochemical Formulations: Acts as a key surfactant, dispersant, or adjuvant in pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides to improve efficacy and spray characteristics.
• Polymer & Resin Production: Serves as a catalyst, emulsifier, or stabilizer in the synthesis of specialty polymers, coatings, and adhesives.
• Industrial Cleaners & Detergents: Functions as a biodegradable surfactant and chelating agent in high-performance cleaning products.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Used as a mild emulsifying agent and viscosity modifier in select cosmetic formulations.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Employed as a leveling agent, softener, or dyeing auxiliary in textile and leather treatment processes.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Utilized as a component in drilling fluid additives or corrosion inhibitors for enhanced performance.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(2-Butoxyethoxy)Propanoic Acid Potassium Salt
CAS No.	68140-97-6
Molecular Formula	C9H17KO4
Molecular Weight	228.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium 3-(2-butoxyethoxy)propanoate; 2-Butoxyethoxypropanoic Acid Potassium Salt; PEG-2 Butyl Ether Carboxylic Acid, Potassium Salt; Ethanol, 2-(2-butoxyethoxy)-, potassium salt; Potassium (2-butoxyethoxy)acetate; Butoxyethoxypropanoic Acid Potassium Salt; 3-(2-Butoxyethoxy)propionic Acid Potassium Salt
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Quality Control

Our 3-(2-Butoxyethoxy)Propanoic Acid Potassium Salt is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are provided to guarantee supply consistency and reliability for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Potassium Content	16.5 - 17.5%
pH (5% solution)	7.0 - 9.0

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