Diethylene Glycol Butyl Ether
Diethylene glycol butyl ether is a high boiling glycol ether used in baking enamels to promote increased flow-out and leveling in paint films. It is also used in printing inks when very slow drying is desired. In textile dyeing, it promotes rapid, uniform penetration of dyes. This solvent is used as a coalescent in architectural paints, industrial latex paints, and as an organosol dispersant.
- Synonyms
- BDG, 2-(2-Butoxyethoxy) Ethanol, Butoxydiglycol, Diethylene Glycol Butyl Ether, Diethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether, Glycol Ether DB
- Chemical Formula
- C8H18O3
- CAS Number
- 112-34-5
Characteristics
- Molar Weight
- 162.229 g/mol
- Melting Point
- -68 °C
- Boiling Point
- 230 °C
- Flash Point
- 105°C
- Density
- 0.954 g/cc
- Forms
- Liquid (clear), Colourless
Uses and Applications
Key applications
- Hair care
- Printing & Inks
- Disinfectant
- Fragrances
- Ink, toner and colourant
- Waxes
- Lacquers
- Textile handling
- Solvents
- Detergent
- Cosmetic products
- Floor coverings