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SKU 90037154 CAS 111-90-0 C2H5OCH2CH2OCH2CH2OH MW 134.17 Available on enquiry

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Diethylene glycol monoethyl ether, also called 2-(2-ethoxyethoxy)ethanol, is a glycol ether solvent widely used in industrial coatings, inks, and cleaning formulations for its solvency and coupling properties. It also serves as a solvent for lacquers, varnishes, dyes and wood stains, in textile printing and dyeing, and as a diluent in hydraulic brake fluids. This clear, hygroscopic liquid blends water and organic solvents, aiding in viscosity control and film formation. CAS 111-90-0, molecular formula C6H14O3, molecular weight 134.17 g/mol. Store at ambient conditions; signal word is *Warning* per GHS classification. Molekula supplies diethylene glycol monoethyl ether from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

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Overview

SKU: 90037154
CAS Number: 111-90-0
IUPAC Name: 2-(2-ethoxyethoxy)ethanol
EC Number: 203-919-7
Molecular Formula: C2H5OCH2CH2OCH2CH2OH
Molecular Weight: 134.17
Exact Mass: 134.0943
SMILES: CCOCCOCCO
InChIKey: XXJWXESWEXIICW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C6H14O3/c1-2-8-5-6-9-4-3-7/h7H,2-6H2,1H3
PubChem CID: 8146

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Appearance: Colorless liquid
Odour: Mild, pleasant odor
Melting Point: -76 °C
Boiling Point: 196-202 °C
Density: 0.99 (relative, water = 1)
Solubility (other solvents): Miscible with ethanol, acetone, benzene; very soluble in ethyl ether
Vapour Pressure: 19 Pa at 25 °C
Refractive Index: 1.4273
log P (octanol/water): -0.54

Source: PubChem CID 8146 (HSDB, ICSC)

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Frequently asked questions

What is diethylene glycol monoethyl ether (CAS 111-90-0) commonly used for?

It is primarily used as a solvent in coatings, inks, and cleaning formulations due to its solvency and moderate evaporation rate.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of diethylene glycol monoethyl ether?

The formula is **C₂H₅OCH₂CH₂OCH₂CH₂OH**, and the molecular weight is **134.17 g/mol**.

How should diethylene glycol monoethyl ether be stored?

Store at **ambient conditions** in a tightly sealed container, away from ignition sources and incompatible materials.

What hazard classification does this product fall under?

The product is labeled with the **signal word 'Warning'** under GHS classification.

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