Description

2-Butoxyethyl Isobutyrate is a high-purity ester compound valued for its excellent solvency and plasticizing properties. This versatile chemical intermediate is crucial for formulators seeking to enhance performance in coatings, inks, and specialty polymer systems. It is particularly sought after by manufacturers in the paint, adhesive, and industrial cleaning sectors for its ability to improve flow, adhesion, and film formation.

Application

• Solvent for High-Performance Coatings & Inks: Acts as a coalescing agent and slow-evaporating solvent in automotive, industrial, and architectural coatings, as well as specialty printing inks, to improve leveling and gloss.
• Plasticizer for Polymer Systems: Used as a secondary plasticizer or processing aid in PVC, acrylics, and other resin formulations to increase flexibility and workability.
• Intermediate for Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block in the production of more complex esters, surfactants, and specialty chemicals.
• Component in Industrial Cleaners & Degreasers: Employed in formulations for heavy-duty cleaning products due to its efficacy in dissolving oils, greases, and resins.
• Additive in Adhesives & Sealants: Enhances the wetting and penetration properties of adhesive formulations, improving bond strength and application characteristics.
• Carrier Fluid in Agricultural Formulations: Utilized as a solvent or co-solvent in the production of pesticides and herbicides to aid in active ingredient delivery and stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Butoxyethyl Isobutyrate
CAS No.	94108-58-4
Molecular Formula	C10H20O3
Molecular Weight	188.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether Isobutyrate; 2-Butoxyethanol Isobutyrate; Butyl Cellosolve Isobutyrate; Isobutyric Acid 2-Butoxyethyl Ester; Ethanol, 2-butoxy-, 1-isobutyrate; BEIB; Butoxyethyl Isobutyrate; 2-Butoxyethyl 2-methylpropanoate
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Quality Control

Our 2-Butoxyethyl Isobutyrate is manufactured under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling, to meet exacting customer specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment 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 at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Acidity (as Isobutyric Acid)	≤ 0.05%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.930 - 0.950
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.420 - 1.425

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