Description

Di(Propylene Glycol) Propyl Ether is a high-purity, low-odor glycol ether solvent. This versatile compound is valued for its excellent solvency power, low volatility, and favorable environmental and toxicological profile, making it a preferred choice for formulating high-performance products. It is essential for manufacturers in the coatings, inks, cleaning, and chemical processing industries seeking effective and reliable solvent solutions.

Application

• Coatings & Paints: Acts as a coalescing agent and solvent in water-based and solvent-borne architectural, industrial, and automotive coatings to improve film formation, flow, and leveling.
• Inks & Printing: Used as a solvent and viscosity modifier in flexographic, gravure, and screen printing inks to control drying time and enhance print quality.
• Industrial & Institutional Cleaners: Serves as a key solvent in heavy-duty degreasers, hard surface cleaners, and graffiti removers due to its ability to dissolve oils, greases, and resins.
• Chemical Processing: Functions as a reaction medium, extraction solvent, or coupling agent in various organic synthesis and formulation processes.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Employed as a plasticizer and solvent to adjust viscosity, improve adhesion, and enhance the open time of adhesive formulations.
• Metal Working Fluids: Incorporated as a coupling agent and lubricity additive in synthetic and semi-synthetic metalworking coolants and drawing compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Di(Propylene Glycol) Propyl Ether
CAS No.	94247-68-4
Molecular Formula	C9H20O3
Molecular Weight	176.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Dipropylene glycol propyl ether; Propylene glycol dipropyl ether; 1-(1-Propoxy-2-propoxy)propan-2-ol; DPGPE; DOWANOL® DPP; ARCOSOLV® DPP; Propyl dipropylene glycol ether; 2-Propanol, 1-(1-propoxy-2-propoxy)-
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Quality Control

Our Di(Propylene Glycol) Propyl Ether is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, physical properties, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment 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 away from heat sources and incompatible materials. 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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Color (APHA)	≤ 15
Density (20°C)	0.910 - 0.920 g/mL
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.