Glycol Ether EE Acetate
| Formula: | C₆H₁₂O₃ |
| CAS Number: | 111-15-9 |
| EC Number (EINECS): | 203-772-9 |
| HS Code: | 29153900 |
| UN Number: | 3272 |
| IUPAC Name: | 2-Ethoxyethyl Acetate |
| Also Known As: | Ethyl Cellosolve Acetate; 2-Ethoxyethyl Ethanoate |
| Molecular Weight, g/mol: | 132.16 |
Typical Specifications
| Appearance: | Clear, colorless liquid |
| Odor: | Mild, pleasant odor |
| Melting Point, °C: | -70 |
| Boiling Point, °C: | 156–160 |
| Density, g/cm³ (at 20°C): | 0.97 |
| Flash Point, °C: | 49 (closed cup) |
| Refractive Index (20°C): | 1.404 |
| Solubility: | Miscible with most organic solvents; limited solubility in water |
| Vapor Pressure (at 20°C): | 2.5 mmHg |
| Purity, %: | ≥99 |
| Grades Available: | Industrial, Technical |
| Packaging: | 200kg drums, 1000kg IBC, bulk ISO tanks |
Applications / Uses
Primary Applications
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Solvent for paints, coatings, inks, and varnishes
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Used in cleaning formulations and degreasers
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Coalescing agent in water-based paints
Secondary Applications
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Solvent in adhesives and sealants
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Intermediate in chemical synthesis
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Used in leather and textile finishing
End Industries Served: Paints & Coatings, Printing Inks, Adhesives, Cleaning Chemicals, Textiles, Leather
Safety & Handling Information
Hazard Class (GHS): Flammable liquid (Category 3), Reproductive Toxicity (Category 1B)
Hazard Statements (H-Codes):
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H226: Flammable liquid and vapor
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H360: May damage fertility or the unborn child
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H332: Harmful if inhaled
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H315: Causes skin irritation
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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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P260: Do not breathe mist/vapors
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P301 + P330 + P331: IF SWALLOWED – rinse mouth; do not induce vomiting
Storage Conditions
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Store in a cool, dry, ventilated place
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Keep container tightly closed and away from sunlight
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Ground and bond containers during transfer to prevent static discharge
Transport Information
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ADR/RID: Class 3, UN3272, PG III
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IMDG: Class 3, UN3272, PG III
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IATA: Class 3, UN3272, PG III