Diethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether
CAS No.: 112‑34‑5
Product Overview
Diethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether (DEGBE), also known as Butyl Carbitol, is a high‑boiling, slow‑evaporating glycol‑ether solvent. It is a clear, colourless liquid with mild ether‑like odour, miscible with water and most organic solvents. Thanks to its balanced hydrophilic‑lipophilic molecular structure, it delivers outstanding solvency for polar & non‑polar substances, resins, oils and polymers, making it a multi‑purpose workhorse solvent across diverse industrial sectors. Our supplied grade is 100% pure substance with stable batch‑to‑batch quality.
Key Properties
- Appearance: Clear colourless liquid
- Boiling point: 230 °C
- Flash point (closed‑cup): 78 °C
- Melting / freezing point: ‑68 °C
- Relative density (water =1): 0.95
- Vapour pressure: 3 Pa @ 20 °C
- Explosion limit: 0.8 % ~ 9.4 % (v/v)
- Auto‑ignition temperature: 223 °C
Core Features & Benefits
✅ Strong dissolving capacity: Effectively dissolves acrylic, alkyd, epoxy and nitrocellulose resins for stable formulation performance.
✅ Slow evaporation rate: Extends open‑time / wet‑edge time, improves flow‑out, levelling and film‑forming effect for coatings and printing inksEastman.
✅ Excellent coupling performance: Bridges water‑oil systems, stabilises mixed formulations in cleaners and textile auxiliariesSABIC.
✅ Good chemical stability: Maintains stable performance under proper storage and operating conditions.
✅ Broad compatibility: Compatible with water, alcohols, ketones and most hydrocarbon‑based solvents.
Main Applications
- Paints & Coatings: Serves as coalescing agent for water‑borne architectural & industrial coatings; enhances gloss, levelling and film integrity.
- Printing Inks: Solvent & wetting agent for screen, flexo and gravure inks; controls drying speed and improves pigment dispersion.
- Industrial & Household Cleaners: High‑efficiency degreaser and coupling agent for hard‑surface cleaners, removes oily soil and grime efficiently.
- Textile Industry: Dye carrier & penetrating agent for textile dyeing & printing processesEastman.
- Other uses: Agricultural formulation solvent, chemical synthesis intermediate, adhesives and special industrial fluid raw materials.
Safety & Handling Reminder
Signal word: Warning
- Hazard statement: H227 Combustible liquid; H319 Causes severe eye irritation.
- Keep away from heat, open flame and ignition sources. Use in well‑ventilated premises.
- Wear protective gloves, goggles and protective clothing during operation.
- In case of eye contact, rinse eyes thoroughly with plenty of water and seek medical advice if irritation persists.
- Store in cool, dry and well‑ventilated warehouse; keep container tightly sealed.
- For industrial professional use only. Please refer to complete SDS for full safety operation guidance before handling.
Package & Supply
Normally packed in iron drums. Stable spot supply is available. Customised logistics solutions can be offered upon client request.
Disclaimer: All data above is for general product introduction only. End‑users shall verify suitability for their own formulations and comply with local regulatory requirements. Please read the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) fully before production and handling.
