Propylene Glycol Butyl Ether

Basic Information of Propylene Glycol Butyl Ether

Propylene Glycol Butyl Ether (CAS No. 29387-86-8) is a key member of the propylene glycol ether family, offering a beneficial combination of physical and chemical characteristics:

CAS No.:	29387-86-8
EC No.:	249-598-7
Linear Formula:	C₇H₁₆O₂
Molecular Weight:	132.2
Appearance:	Clear, colorless liquid
Odor:	Mild, characteristic
Melting Point:	-70 °C
Boiling point	170-172 °C
Density:	0.885 g/mL at 25 °C
Solubility:	Moderately soluble in water; highly miscible with most organic solvents.
Flash Point:	61 °C
Purity:	Available in various grades to meet specific industrial requirements.
RIDADR:	UN 3271 3/PG 3
Chemical Structure:

These properties contribute to PGBE's effectiveness as a coalescing agent, coupling agent, and solvent in diverse systems, often favored for its lower toxicity profile compared to some ethylene glycol ethers.

Versatile Applications of Propylene Glycol Butyl Ether

• Paints & Coatings: Widely used as a coalescent in water-borne coatings and latex paints, improving film formation, flow, and leveling. It's also a valuable solvent in solvent-borne systems.

• Cleaning Products: An effective solvent for greases, oils, and soils, making it a common ingredient in household and industrial cleaners, degreasers, and all-purpose cleaning formulations. Its low odor is a key advantage here.

• Inks & Dyes: Employed as a solvent in printing inks (especially flexographic and gravure inks) and textile dyes, enhancing color vibrancy and drying characteristics.

• Resins & Adhesives: Used as a solvent for various natural and synthetic resins, and as a component in certain adhesive formulations.

• Textile Industry: Finds application in textile dyeing, printing, and finishing processes.

• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Due to its relatively low toxicity, it can be found in some personal care products as a solvent or coupling agent.

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Hazards Classification

• GHS Classification: Flammable Liquid (GHS02), Exclamation Mark (GHS07)

• Hazard Statements: Flammable liquid and vapor; causes skin irritation; causes serious eye irritation; may cause respiratory irritation.

• UN Number: UN 3271

• Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable Liquids)

• Packing Group: III