Butyl Glycol (CAS: 111-76-2) – Multi-Purpose Industrial Solvent

🧪 CAS Number: 111-76-2

🌟 Product Description

Butyl glycol (C6H14O2) is a colorless liquid with a mild odor, miscible with both water and many organic solvents. It is widely used in paints, coatings, cleaning products, textiles, and agricultural chemicals. Its medium evaporation rate provides good spreading and working time in surface applications.

🏭 Applications

🎨 Paints & Coatings: Solvent in water-based and solvent-based systems

🧼 Cleaning Products: Degreasing and stain removal formulations

👕 Textiles: Carrier solvent in dyeing and printing processes

🌱 Agricultural Chemicals: Solvent in pesticide formulations

🏭 Chemical Industry: Solvent for resins and polymers

📊 Physical & Chemical Properties

Appearance: Colorless liquid

Odor: Mild, characteristic

Molecular Formula: C6H14O2

Molecular Weight: 118.17 g/mol

Density (20°C): 0.901 g/cm³

Boiling Point: 171 °C

Melting Point: -77 °C

Solubility: Miscible with water and organic solvents

⚠️ Storage & Safety

Store in a cool, well-ventilated place. Avoid contact with skin and eyes; wear protective gloves and goggles. Avoid inhalation of vapors.

🔑 Keywords

butyl glycol, CAS 111-76-2, C6H14O2, industrial solvent, water-based paint solvent, cleaning chemical

📛 Other Names

Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether, 2-Butoxyethanol