Product Description:
Ethylene glycol monomethyl ether is a solvent and laboratory chemical. It is used in various industrial applications such as paints, coatings, and cleaning agents.
Applications & Uses:
CAS#:
109-86-4
SYNONYM:
2-Methoxyethanol;Methyl cellosolve;EGLM
FORMULA:
C3H8O2
PRODUCT TYPE:
HAZARD:
Toxic
CATEGORIES:
Organic Intermediate
,
Cleaning Agent
,
Solvents
,
Pharmaceutical
,
Electronics
Technical Specifications
Appearance :
colorless liquid
Boiling Point, °C :
124
Density, g/cm3 :
0.965
Flash Point, °C :
39
Melting point, °C :
-85.1
Molecular weight, g/mol :
76.09
Odor :
ether-like
Refractive index, n20/D :
1.403
Ethylene glycol monomethyl ether is a versatile solvent renowned for its exceptional solvency properties, making it indispensable in a wide range of industrial applications. This clear, colorless liquid with a mild, ether-like odor is highly effective in dissolving resins, dyes, and a variety of organic materials. Its unique chemical composition enables it to serve as an important component in coatings, inks, and cleaners. In electronics manufacturing, it is utilized for its ability to clean and degrease delicate components without leaving residues. Additionally, ethylene glycol monomethyl ether is valued in the pharmaceutical industry for its role as a reaction medium and its capacity to enhance the solubility of active pharmaceutical ingredients. Its effective performance in these diverse applications underscores its role as a critical ingredient in multiple sectors.