Description

Potassium Butoxyethoxypropionate is a potassium salt of an alkoxylated propionic acid derivative, offering unique surfactant and solubility properties. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate and functional additive, particularly in formulations requiring water solubility and ionic character. It is essential for manufacturers in the coatings, agrochemical, and personal care industries seeking effective emulsifiers or dispersants.

Application

• As a surfactant and emulsifying agent in water-based coatings, paints, and inks.
• As a dispersant and stabilizer in agrochemical formulations such as suspensions and emulsions.
• As a solubilizer and coupling agent in industrial and institutional cleaning products.
• As a functional intermediate in the synthesis of specialty esters and polymers.
• As a corrosion inhibitor component in metalworking fluids and functional fluids.
• In the formulation of personal care products where mild surfactant properties are required.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Butoxyethoxypropionate
CAS No.	68311-20-6
Molecular Formula	C9H17KO4 (Typical for main component)
Molecular Weight	~228.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Propanoic acid, 2-(2-butoxyethoxy)-, potassium salt; Potassium 2-(2-butoxyethoxy)propionate; Butoxyethoxypropionic acid potassium salt; Ethanol, 2-butoxy-, ether with oxirane, mono(2-carboxyethyl) ether, potassium salt; PEG-1 butyl ether propionate, potassium salt; POE (1) butyl ether propionate, potassium salt
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Quality Control

Our Potassium Butoxyethoxypropionate is produced under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided to guarantee consistency and compliance with your formulation requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, 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 product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Titration)	≥ 95.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 3.0 %
pH (10% solution)	7.0 - 9.0
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.10 - 1.20

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