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Polyethylene glycol monobutyl ether

CAS Number
9004-77-7
EC Number
500-012-0
Chemical Formula
(C2H4O)nC4H10O
Molecular Weight
118.17 g/mol

Description

Polyethylene glycol monobutyl ether (CAS 9004-77-7 ), commercially available as DCP 208 and Adeka Carpol M2, is a nonionic surfactant and solvent used across industrial and personal care manufacturing. Its butyl-capped polyethylene glycol structure delivers controlled hydrophilic-lipophilic balance, making it effective for emulsification, dispersion, and surface-active cleaning applications. In textile and leather processing, it functions as a leveling and dispersing agent, improving dye uptake uniformity and finish consistency across various substrates during the manufacturing process. Metalworking and industrial cleaning formulators incorporate it into water-based cutting fluids and degreasers, where it solubilizes oils and facilitates rinsing without the need for aggressive solvents. Personal care manufacturers use it as a solvent and emulsifier in rinse-off formulations, helping to disperse actives and condition processing behavior for high-quality consumer products. In paper manufacturing, it supports surface sizing and coating formulations by improving pigment dispersion and film-forming agent compatibility, ensuring a smooth and consistent finish. Polyethylene glycol monobutyl ether is supplied as a clear to slightly hazy liquid. It is available in technical and industrial grades, with molecular weight variants determining HLB value. Buyers should specify chain length or equivalent grade designation when sourcing. Bulk liquid supply in drums and IBCs is standard for industrial procurement and large-scale chemical distribution. Contact us for supply of Polyethylene glycol monobutyl ether Request Quote

Other Names (Synonyms)

E 1A | DCP 208 | Adeka Carpol M 2 | 2-Butoxyethanol | Butyl glycol | Butyl cellosolve | ETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOBUTYL ETHER | Ethylene glycol butyl ether

Key Technical Features

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Physical Properties

Melting Point60-61 °C
Boiling Point4.85°C[at 101 325 Pa]
Density0.99 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Flash Point>230 °F
Colorcolorless to clear
Formfrozen liquid
Water Solubility989g/L at 20℃
Vapor Pressure0.33Pa at 24.85℃
Refractive Indexn 20/D 1.44(lit.)
Log P0.44 at 20℃

Safety & Handling

Danger
GHS06· ToxicGHS07· IrritantGHS05· CorrosiveGHS08· Health Hazard

Hazard Statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H331Toxic if inhaled
H227Combustible liquid
H311Toxic in contact with skin
H330Fatal if inhaled
H336May cause drowsiness or dizziness
H361Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
H370Causes damage to organs
H372Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H373May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
H310Fatal in contact with skin
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H332Harmful if inhaled

Trade & Regulatory

Storage Class10 - Combustible liquids
WGK (Germany)1