Description

Acetic Acid 2-Butoxy-2-Hydroxybutyl Ester is a versatile glycol ether ester solvent known for its excellent solvency and coalescing properties. This compound is valued for its ability to dissolve a wide range of resins and polymers while offering favorable evaporation rates and low toxicity profiles. It is primarily utilized in the formulation of high-performance coatings, inks, and industrial cleaning agents where controlled solvency and surface activity are critical.

Application

• Coatings & Paints: Acts as a coalescing agent and solvent in water-based and solvent-based architectural, industrial, and automotive coatings.
• Printing Inks: Used as a solvent and flow aid in flexographic, gravure, and screen printing inks to improve film formation and gloss.
• Industrial Cleaners & Degreasers: An effective component in formulations for removing oils, greases, and resins from metal and other surfaces.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a solvent or intermediate in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Functions as a plasticizer and solvent to enhance adhesion, flexibility, and application properties.
• Metal Working Fluids: Incorporated as a coupling agent and stabilizer in coolants and lubricants.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acetic Acid 2-Butoxy-2-Hydroxybutyl Ester
CAS No.	68214-09-5
Molecular Formula	C12H24O4
Molecular Weight	232.32 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Butoxy-2-hydroxybutyl acetate; Butoxyhydroxybutyl acetate; Diethylene glycol monobutyl ether acetate; Diglycol monobutyl ether acetate; Butyl Diglycol Acetate; BDGA; Ektasolve DB Acetate; Dowanol DB Acetate; 2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)ethyl acetate
EINECS	269-298-0

Quality Control

Our Acetic Acid 2-Butoxy-2-Hydroxybutyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 such as strong 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 evaporation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Color (Pt-Co)	≤ 15
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Acidity (as Acetic Acid)	≤ 0.01%
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.980 - 0.995
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.424 - 1.428

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