BUTYL GLYCOL ETHER

Product Description

ButylGlycol Ether, also known as 2-Butoxyethanol, is a versatile glycol ether usedas a solvent in various industrial and commercial applications. It is a clear,colorless liquid with a mild, ether-like odor. Butyl Glycol Ether is producedby reacting ethylene oxide with n-butanol.

The primaryapplication of Butyl Glycol Ether is as a solvent in coatings, paints, andcleaning products. It is valued for its strong solvency power, which allows itto dissolve a wide range of substances including oils, greases, resins, anddyes. Butyl Glycol Ether is often used in formulations where controlledevaporation rates and good blending capabilities are desired.

In additionto its role as a solvent, Butyl Glycol Ether is used in the formulation ofhousehold and industrial cleaners, degreasers, and surface coatings. It servesas a coupling agent that enhances the performance of cleaning solutions byimproving the mixing of different components.

ButylGlycol Ether exhibits moderate volatility and low toxicity compared to otherglycol ethers, making it suitable for use in products where exposure levels arecarefully controlled. However, as with all chemical substances, properhandling, storage, and disposal practices should be followed to ensure safe useof Butyl Glycol Ether. Personal protective equipment (PPE), such as gloves andgoggles, should be worn to minimize skin contact and inhalation exposure duringhandling.