Glycol Ether EB
| Formula: | C₆H₁₄O₂ |
| CAS Number: | 111-76-2 |
| EC Number (EINECS): | 203-905-0 |
| HS Code: | 29094300 |
| UN Number: | 2369 |
| IUPAC Name: | 2-Butoxyethan-1-ol |
| Also Known As: | Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether; 2-Butoxyethanol; Butyl Cellosolve |
| Molecular Weight, g/mol: | 118.17 |
Typical Specifications
| Appearance: | Clear, colorless liquid |
| Odor: | Mild, ether-like |
| Melting Point, °C: | -77 |
| Boiling Point, °C: | 171 |
| Density, g/cm³ (at 20°C): | 0.901 |
| Flash Point, °C: | 60 (closed cup) |
| Refractive Index (20°C): | 1.419 |
| Solubility: | Miscible with water and most organic solvents |
| Purity, %: | ≥99 |
| Grades Available: | Industrial, Technical |
| Packaging: | 190kg drums, 950kg IBC, bulk ISO tanks |
Applications / Uses
Primary Applications
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Solvent in paints, coatings, varnishes, and inks
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Component in cleaning products and degreasers
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Used in textile dyeing and printing processes
Secondary Applications
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Intermediate in chemical synthesis
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Coalescing agent in latex paints
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Additive in hydraulic fluids and cutting oils
End Industries Served: Paints & Coatings, Printing Inks, Cleaning & Household, Textiles, Automotive, Chemicals
Safety & Handling Information
Hazard Class (GHS): Flammable liquid (Category 4), Acute Toxicity (Category 4), Eye Irritant (Category 2A)
Hazard Statements (H-Codes):
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H227: Combustible liquid
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H302: Harmful if swallowed
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H312: Harmful in contact with skin
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H332: Harmful if inhaled
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H319: Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary Statements (P-Codes):
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P210: Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames
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P280: Wear protective gloves/eye protection
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P301 + P312: IF SWALLOWED – call a POISON CENTER if unwell
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P305 + P351 + P338: IF IN EYES – rinse cautiously with water, remove contact lenses if present
Storage Conditions
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Store in cool, well-ventilated area
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Keep container tightly closed
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Avoid contact with oxidizing agents
Transport Information
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ADR/RID: Class 3, UN2369, PG III
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IMDG: Class 3, UN2369, PG III
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IATA: Class 3, UN2369, PG III