Glycol Ether

Glycol Ether Specification

Solubility
Water

Storage Instructions
Cool Place

Appearance
Liquid

Chemical Name
Glycol Ether

Other Names
Mix Cellosolve

CAS No
67-64-1

Application
resin, ink, coolant

Raw Material
glycol

Physical State
Liquid Coating

Shelf Life
2 Years

Purity(%)
mixer of glycol ether

Glycol Ether Trade Information

Minimum Order Quantity
180 Kilograms

FOB Port
ICD Vadodara

Payment Terms
Telegraphic Transfer (T/T), Cash in Advance (CID), Cheque, Cash Advance (CA)

Supply Ability
400000 Kilograms Per Month

Delivery Time
1-4 Days

Sample Available
Yes

Sample Policy
Free samples available with shipping and taxes paid by the buyer

Packaging Details
200 kgs HDPE drum

Main Export Market(s)
Middle East, Africa, Asia

Main Domestic Market
Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Chandigarh, Himachal Pradesh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Pondicherry, Uttarakhand, Daman and Diu, All India, Delhi, Gujarat, Mizoram, South India, Lakshadweep, Punjab, Nagaland, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, East India, Telangana, Kerala, Sikkim, Andhra Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Manipur, Bihar, Meghalaya, Karnataka, Jharkhand, Tripura, Arunachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Assam, Goa, Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Haryana, North India, Central India, Odisha, West India, Chhattisgarh

Certifications
ISO 18001

About Glycol Ether

Glycol Ether is a versatile solvent derived from alkyl ethers of ethylene or propylene glycol, widely used in industrial and chemical applications. Known for its excellent solvent properties, it effectively dissolves low molecular weight compounds, including alcohols with higher boiling points. Glycol ether is water-soluble, biodegradable, and exhibits low toxicity, making it suitable for various coatings, paints, inks, degreasers, adhesives, and aerosol products.

Glycol ether comes in various forms, with each one of them being tailored to suit particular industrial and chemical needs. It has a unique molecular structure that allows it to be evaporated at a controlled rate to achieve smooth finishes in the coating, painting, and inks, and limit imperfection on the surface. Glycol ether is an effective penetration in cleaning and degreasing processes and is an excellent penetrator of oils, greases, and resins, and provides excellent performance under both manual and automated processes. Its properties of enhancing spreadability, the regularity of curing and bonding strength make it effective in commercial and home applications in adhesive formulations. The product properties that make aerosol-based products advantageous include the solvent power and volatility of glycol ether, which makes the active ingredients uniformly dispersed. Glycol ether is preferred by environmentally conscious industries because of biodegradability and rather mild toxicity compared to other organic solvents, which is in line with the current safety requirements and the sustainability agenda. It has a wide range of applications in automotive, textile and electronics and this shows that it is flexible in different markets. Glycol ether is known to be reliable, efficient, and safe, and it has remained a key ingredient in chemical formulations that have enabled it to deliver high-quality performance without compromising on environmental responsibility and adhering to the regulatory requirements.

Glycol Ether Properties:

Appearance: Colorless to slightly yellowish liquid
Boiling Point: 120°C to 180°C
Specific Gravity: 0.925
Flash Point: 34°C
Viscosity: 244 CPS
Water Content: Less than 1%
Solvency: Excellent solvent for oils and organic compounds
Volatility: Low vapor pressure
Water Solubility: Soluble in water to varying degrees

Usage & Applications:

Adhesives: Enhances formulation and application properties
Cleaning Products: Used in household degreasers and cleaners
Ink Production: Acts as a solvent for dye and pigment dispersions
Coatings & Paints: Added to industrial coatings and paints for improved performance
Safety Note: Handle with care to avoid skin irritation.