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Diethylene glycol monohexyl ether
Diethylene glycol monohexyl ether is a solvent used in coatings, inks, and cleaning formulations. It is a colorless liquid with moderate volatility and good solvency for resins and polymers. CAS: 112-59-4, molecular formula: CH3(CH2)5OCH2CH2OCH2CH2OH, molecular weight: 190.28 g/mol. Store at ambient temperature. Hazard classification: Danger. Molekula supplies Diethylene glycol monohexyl ether from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Diethylene glycol monohexyl ether is a solvent used in coatings, inks, and cleaning formulations. It is a colorless liquid with moderate volatility and good solvency for resins and polymers. CAS: 112-59-4, molecular formula: CH3(CH2)5OCH2CH2OCH2CH2OH, molecular weight: 190.28 g/mol. Store at ambient temperature. Hazard classification: Danger. Molekula supplies Diethylene glycol monohexyl ether from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
Specifications available on request — see Documents below or contact our sales team.
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 123 C |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 112-59-4 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3(CH2)5OCH2CH2OCH2CH2OH |
| Molecular Weight | 190.28 |
| SMILES | CCCCCCOCCOCCO |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29094401 |
| Tariff Code | 2909440090 |
Safety & GHS
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Explosive
GHS01
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Compressed Gas
GHS04
Hazard statements
- H312 Harmful in contact with skin
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What is diethylene glycol monohexyl ether used for?
It is used as a solvent in coatings, inks, and cleaning formulations due to its low volatility and good solvency.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is CH3(CH2)5OCH2CH2OCH2CH2OH with a molecular weight of 190.28 g/mol.
How should diethylene glycol monohexyl ether be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from heat and ignition sources.
What grade is available?
Available in technical grade; specific grades may vary based on order volume.
Can Molekula supply it in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply diethylene glycol monohexyl ether in bulk quantities upon request.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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