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2-Butoxyethanol (Ethylene glycol monobutyl ether)
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2-Butoxyethanol, also known as ethylene glycol monobutyl ether, is a solvent used in cleaning agents, paints, and industrial formulations. It is a colorless liquid with a mild ether-like odor. CAS: 111-76-2, molecular formula: C6H14O2, molecular weight: 118.17 g/mol. Stored at ambient temperatures. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies 2-Butoxyethanol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.
Overview
- SKU
- 26593172
- CAS Number
- 111-76-2
- IUPAC Name
- 2-butoxyethanol
- EC Number
- 203-905-0
- Molecular Formula
- CH3(CH2)3OCH2CH2OH
- Molecular Weight
- 118.17 g/mol
- Exact Mass
- 118.0994
- SMILES
- CCCCOCCO
- InChIKey
- POAOYUHQDCAZBD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C6H14O2/c1-2-3-5-8-6-4-7/h7H,2-6H2,1H3
- PubChem CID
- 8133
Synonyms
- 2-Butoxyethanol
- Butoxyethanol
- Butyl cellosolve
- Butyl glycol
- Butyl oxitol
- Dowanol EB
- Ethylene glycol butyl ether
- ETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOBUTYL ETHER
- Glycol butyl ether
- n-Butoxyethanol
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
- Appearance
- Colorless liquid
- Odour
- Mild, ether-like odor
- Melting Point
- -74.8 °C
- Boiling Point
- 168.4 °C
- Density
- 0.90 (relative, water = 1)
- Water Solubility
- Miscible with water
- Solubility (other solvents)
- Soluble in ethyl alcohol, ethyl ether; slightly soluble in carbon tetrachloride
- Vapour Pressure
- 0.10 kPa at 20 °C
- Refractive Index
- 1.4198
- log P (octanol/water)
- 0.83
Source: PubChem CID 8133 (HSDB, ICSC)
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Frequently asked questions
What is 2-Butoxyethanol used for?
It is commonly used as a solvent in paints, coatings, cleaning agents, and industrial formulations due to its ability to dissolve both polar and non-polar substances.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 2-Butoxyethanol?
The formula is CH3(CH2)3OCH2CH2OH with a molecular weight of 118.17 g/mol.
How should 2-Butoxyethanol be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from heat and ignition sources, in a well-ventilated area.
What grade of 2-Butoxyethanol does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies technical grade 2-Butoxyethanol, suitable for industrial and laboratory use.
Can Molekula supply 2-Butoxyethanol in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply 2-Butoxyethanol in bulk quantities; please contact sales for pricing and logistics.
What documentation comes with a purchase of 2-Butoxyethanol?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) compliant with GHS standards.
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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.