CAS 111-76-2: 2-Butoxyethanol (C6H14O2)
Identity
| CAS Number | 111-76-2 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H14O2 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-butoxyethanol |
| Molecular Weight | 118.17 g/mol |
| SMILES | CCCCOCCO |
| Synonyms | butyl cellosolve, ethylene glycol monobutyl ether, EGBE, butyl glycol |
2D Structure
Physical Properties
| Density | 0.901 g/mL at 25°C |
| Boiling Point | 171.0°C |
| Melting Point | -77.0°C |
| Flash Point | 61.0°C |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.1 kPa at 20°C |
| Refractive Index | nD = 1.419 |
| Dielectric Constant | ε = 9.8 |
Safety & GHS Classification
GHS05Irritant
- H302: Harmful if swallowed
- H315: Causes skin irritation
- H319: Causes serious eye irritation
- H332: Harmful if inhaled
- H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness
Storage: Store in tightly sealed containers. Moderate toxicity — can be absorbed through skin. Use in well-ventilated area. Keep away from strong oxidizers.
Material Compatibility Matrix
Plastics
| Material | Rating |
|---|---|
| PTFE | Excellent |
| PVC | Good |
| PE | Good |
| PP | Good |
| PEEK | Excellent |
| PVDF | Good |
Rubbers
| Material | Rating |
|---|---|
| Viton | Good |
| NBR | Good |
| EPDM | Excellent |
| Silicone | Good |
| FKM | Good |
Metals
| Material | Rating |
|---|---|
| Stainless 316 | Excellent |
| Aluminum | Good |
| Copper | Good |
| Brass | Good |
Applications
- Paint and coating solvent (coalescing agent)
- Cleaning products (all-purpose cleaners)
- Ink solvent
- Dry cleaning solvent additive
- Hydraulic fluid component
- Ceramic industry solvent
- Cosmetics (nail polish)
- Firefighting foam (AFFF component)
External References: PubChem