Description
- Product Overview
2-Butoxyethanol (also known as Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether) is a high-performance glycol ether solvent widely used across coatings, cleaning formulations, and industrial chemical processes. It delivers exceptional solvency for resins, oils, and grease, making it a critical component in paints, surface cleaners, and chemical intermediates. Its key value propositionBeta-glucosidase lies in its strong balance of evaporation rate, compatibility, and formulation flexibility, enabling superior performance in complex industrial systems. It is strategically important in the global solvents market due to its versatility, cost efficiency, and widespread demand across manufacturing and maintenance industries. - Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics
- Chemical composition: C6H14O2 (2-Butoxyethanol / Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether)
- Purity level: ≥ 99% industrial grade (typical supply standard)
- Physical state: Clear, colorless liquid
- Odor: Mild ether-like odor
- Density: ~0.90–0.91 g/cm³ at 20°C
- Boiling point: ~171°C
- Solubility: Miscible with most organic solvents; partially soluble in water
- Flash point: ~60°C (closed cup)
- Packaging options: 200L steel drums, IBC tanks (1000L), bulk ISO tank supply
- Shelf life: 24 months under recommended storage conditions
- Core Industrial Applications
- Paints & coatings: Used as a coalescing agent and solvent for improving film formation and flow properties
- Industrial and household cleaners: Effective in degreasers, glass cleaners, and surface cleaning formulations
- Chemical manufacturing: Intermediate solvent in synthesis processes and formulation chemistry
- Textile and leather processing: Assists in dyeing and finishing operations
- Printing inks: Enhances solubility and improves application consistency
Its performance advantage lies in its strong solvency power combined with controlled evaporation, enabling better surface finish, improved stability, and reduced formulation costs compared to many alternative glycol ethers.
- Competitive Advantages
- High chemical purity ensuring consistent industrial performance batch-to-batch
- Reliable global supply chain with scalable bulk availability
- Strong formulation compatibility across coatings, cleaning agents, and chemical systems
- Cost-efficient solvent profile delivering superior performance per unit cost
- Environmentally managed production standards aligned with industrial compliance requirements
- Strong technical documentation and safety data support for industrial integration
- Flexible logistics options supporting both containerized and bulk chemical shipping
- Commercial & Supply Information
- Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): BULK 20MT
- Loading Capacity: 20–25 MT per 20ft ISO tank/container (depending on regulations and density conditions)
- Supply Format: Drums, IBC tanks, bulk ISO tankers
- Delivery Terms: FOB / CIF / CFR available upon request
- Supply Capability: Continuous large-volume industrial supply available for global distribution
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