Diethylene Glycol Monoethyl Ether
Diethylene Glycol Mono ethyl Ether is a very polar, slow evaporating, water miscible solvent with a low odor. It is an active solvent for cellulose acetate butyrate, nitrocellulose, epoxy resins, and other coating materials. It is used as a coalescent in latex paints and floor polishes, and as penetrating solvent in wood stains.
- Synonyms
- DE, 2 - ( 2 - Ethoxyethoxy) Ethanol, DE, DEGEE, Diethylene Glycol Ethyl Ether, Diethylene Glycol Monoethyl Ether, Diglycol Monoethyl Ether, Ethoxy Diglycol, Ethoxy Diglycolether, Ethoxydiglycol, Ethyl Diglycol, Glycol Ether DE
- Chemical Formula
- C6H14O3
- CAS Number
- 111-90-0
Characteristics
- Molar Weight
- 134.175 g/mol
- Melting Point
- -76 °C
- Boiling Point
- 202 °C
- Flash Point
- 86°C
- Density
- 0.99 g/cc
- Forms
- Liquid (clear), Colourless
Uses and Applications
Key applications
- Hair care
- Printing & Inks
- Ink, toner and colourant
- Textile handling
- Solvents
- Skin care products
- Personal care
- Cosmetic products
- Beauty products
- Paint and Coatings
Industries
- Pulp & Paper
- CASE & Construction
- Beauty & Personal Care
- Chemical Processing