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Butyl Glycol

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Chemical Product

Butyl Glycol

    Synonyms:
    Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether, 2-Butoxyethanol
    Molecular Formula:
    C6H14O2
    Cas Number:
    111-76-2
    Molecular Weight:
    118.17 g/mol
    Product Description:
    Butyl Glycol is a clear, colorless liquid with a mild odor, known for its excellent solvent properties. It is widely used as a coupling agent and solvent in paints, coatings, cleaners, inks, and adhesives. Due to its ability to dissolve both water-soluble and oil-soluble substances, Butyl Glycol is a versatile chemical in many industrial processes.
    Applications:
    - Paints and Coatings: Used as a solvent and flow improver. - Industrial Cleaners: Component in degreasers and multi-purpose cleaners. - Printing Inks: Acts as a solvent to improve ink performance. - Adhesives: Used in adhesive formulations. - Textile Industry: Used in dyeing processes and as a solvent in textile printing. - Oil and Gas: Used in drilling and hydraulic fracturing fluids.

Physical and Chemical Properties:


Properties
Appearance Clear, colorless liquid
Odor Mild, ether-like
Molecular Formula C6H14O2
Molecular Weight 118.17 g/mol
Boiling Point 171 °C
Density 0.90 g/cm³ (20°C)
Solubility Soluble in water and organic solvents
Flash Point 62 °C (Closed Cup)
Chemical Stability Stable under normal conditions
  • Product Description
  • Applications
  • Physical and Chemical Properties
Butyl Glycol is a clear, colorless liquid with a mild odor, known for its excellent solvent properties. It is widely used as a coupling agent and solvent in paints, coatings, cleaners, inks, and adhesives. Due to its ability to dissolve both water-soluble and oil-soluble substances, Butyl Glycol is a versatile chemical in many industrial processes.
- Paints and Coatings: Used as a solvent and flow improver. - Industrial Cleaners: Component in degreasers and multi-purpose cleaners. - Printing Inks: Acts as a solvent to improve ink performance. - Adhesives: Used in adhesive formulations. - Textile Industry: Used in dyeing processes and as a solvent in textile printing. - Oil and Gas: Used in drilling and hydraulic fracturing fluids.

Physical and Chemical Properties:


Properties Data
Appearance Clear, colorless liquid
Odor Mild, ether-like
Molecular Formula C6H14O2
Molecular Weight 118.17 g/mol
Boiling Point 171 °C
Density 0.90 g/cm³ (20°C)
Solubility Soluble in water and organic solvents
Flash Point 62 °C (Closed Cup)
Chemical Stability Stable under normal conditions