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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.
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
IUPAC Name
2-butoxyethanol
Молекулалық формула
C6H14O2
Молекулалық салмақ
118.17 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCOCCO
InChIKey
POAOYUHQDCAZBD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
H302 Harmful if swallowed
H312 Harmful in contact with skin
H315 Causes skin irritation
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H331 Toxic if inhaled
H332 Harmful if inhaled
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