Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether
Butyl Glycol / 2-Butoxyethanol for Coatings, Cleaning, Inks & Industrial Applications
Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether (EGBE), also widely known as Butyl Glycol or 2-Butoxyethanol, is a versatile glycol ether solvent used in coatings, cleaning products, printing inks and a wide range of industrial formulations.
With a purity of ≥99%, it combines effective solvency with good compatibility in both aqueous and organic formulation systems, making it a practical solvent and coupling agent for industrial manufacturers and formulators.
Vanchor supplies Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether in 190 kg steel drums and 880 kg IBCs, providing flexible packaging solutions for different purchasing and production requirements.
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Product Name
Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether
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Common Name
Butyl Glycol
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Other Name
2-Butoxyethanol
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Abbreviation
EGBE
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CAS No.
111-76-2
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EC No.
203-905-0
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Molecular Formula
C₆H₁₄O₂
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Purity
≥99%
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Appearance
Colorless Liquid
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Chemical Type
Glycol Ether Solvent
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Packaging
190 kg Steel Drum / 880 kg IBC
High-Purity Glycol Ether Solvent for Industrial Formulation
Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether is a versatile solvent designed for formulations requiring effective solvency together with compatibility between water and organic components.
Its combination of water miscibility, controlled evaporation and solvent performance makes it suitable for a broad range of industrial formulations.
With a purity of ≥99%, the product is suitable for manufacturers requiring consistent solvent performance in coatings, cleaning products, inks and other industrial processes.
Storage & Handling
Store Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether in tightly closed containers in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area.
Keep the product away from heat, sparks, open flames and hot surfaces, and take appropriate precautions against static discharge during handling.
Avoid contact with skin and eyes and avoid breathing vapors or mist. Suitable protective equipment and adequate ventilation should be used during handling.
Always refer to the current MSDS/SDS for detailed handling, storage, occupational exposure and emergency requirements.
These storage and handling requirements are stated in Sections 7 and 8 of the supplied SDS.
Key Performance Benefits
Main Application Industries
Paints & Coatings
Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether is widely used as a solvent and coupling agent in both water-based and solvent-based coating systems.
It can help improve formulation compatibility, flow and application performance while providing sufficient working time during coating and film formation.
Typical applications include:
- Architectural coatings
- Industrial coatings
- Water-based paints
- Protective coatings
- Wood coatings
- Automotive coatings
Household & Industrial Cleaners
Butyl Glycol is commonly used in cleaning formulations because of its strong solvent performance toward oils, grease and other difficult soils.
It is particularly suitable for formulations where water and organic cleaning components need to work together effectively.
Typical applications include:
- Multipurpose cleaners
- Hard-surface cleaners
- Degreasers
- Industrial cleaners
- Institutional cleaners
- Commercial cleaning products
Printing Inks
Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether can be used as a solvent or coupling agent in selected printing-ink formulations.
Its solvent properties and controlled evaporation characteristics make it suitable for formulations requiring good resin or colorant compatibility and consistent application performance.
Typical applications include:
- Water-based printing inks
- Industrial ink formulations
- Screen-printing systems
- Graphic arts formulations
Industrial & Process Solvents
EGBE is suitable for a variety of industrial formulations and manufacturing processes where effective solvent and coupling performance is required.
Typical applications include:
- Process solvent systems
- Resin formulations
- Industrial chemical formulations
- Surface-treatment products
- Specialty cleaning formulations
- General manufacturing processes
Technical Parameters
Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether
Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether
| Purity | ≥99% |
| Appearance | Colorless Liquid |
| Boiling Point | Approx. 171°C |
| Melting / Freezing Point | Approx. -75°C |
| Flash Point | 61°C, Closed Cup |
| Relative Density | Approx. 0.9 at 20°C |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.1 kPa at 20°C |
| Relative Vapor Density | 4.1 |
| Solubility | Miscible with Water |
| Auto-Ignition Temperature | 238°C |
Packaging Options
Packaging can be adjusted according to concentration, order quantity, discharge conditions and destination regulations. Available packaging options include:
190 kg Steel Drums
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190 kg steel drums provide a practical packaging solution for distributors, formulators and industrial manufacturers requiring flexible purchasing quantities.
Steel-drum packaging is convenient for warehouse storage, handling and international shipment.
880 kg IBC
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880 kg IBC packaging is available for larger-volume industrial customers with regular solvent consumption.
IBC packaging can help reduce individual package handling and im
Why Choose Vanchor Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether?
Purity ≥99%
High-purity glycol ether solvent suitable for a wide range of industrial formulations.
Reliable Solvent Performance
Provides effective solvency for coatings, cleaners, inks and industrial processing applications.
Water Miscible
Compatible with water and suitable for aqueous and mixed-solvent formulation systems.
Broad Application Range
Suitable for coatings, cleaning formulations, printing inks and general industrial solvent applications.
Flexible Packaging
Available in 190 kg steel drums and 880 kg IBCs to meet different purchasing volumes.
Export Documentation Support
COA, TDS, MSDS/SDS and relevant export documentation can be provided according to customer and shipment requirements.
Our glacial acetic acid products are exported globally to chemical manufacturers, textile factories, plastic producers, and pharmaceutical companies.
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Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether Supplier for Global Buyers
Vanchor supplies Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether (Butyl Glycol / 2-Butoxyethanol) for coatings, cleaning products, printing inks and industrial solvent applications.
With 190 kg steel drum and 880 kg IBC packaging options, we support distributors, chemical importers, formulators and industrial manufacturers with different purchasing volumes and shipment requirements.
Our team can provide product specifications, quality documents, packaging solutions and international shipment coordination according to customer requirements.
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