CAS 112-34-5: Diethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether (C8H18O3)
Identity
| CAS Number | 112-34-5 |
| Molecular Formula | C8H18O3 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-(2-butoxyethoxy)ethanol |
| Molecular Weight | 162.23 g/mol |
| SMILES | CCCCOCCOCCO |
| Synonyms | butyl carbitol, DGBE, butyl diglycol, 2-(2-butoxyethoxy)ethanol |
2D Structure
Physical Properties
| Density | 0.955 g/mL at 25°C |
| Boiling Point | 230.0°C |
| Melting Point | -68.0°C |
| Flash Point | 100.0°C |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.003 kPa at 20°C |
| Refractive Index | nD = 1.432 |
| Dielectric Constant | ε = 12.0 |
Safety & GHS Classification
Irritant
- H302: Harmful if swallowed
- H319: Causes serious eye irritation
Storage: Store in tightly sealed containers. Low volatility. Low toxicity. 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 | Good |
| Silicone | Good |
| FKM | Good |
Metals
| Material | Rating |
|---|---|
| Stainless 316 | Excellent |
| Aluminum | Good |
| Copper | Good |
| Brass | Good |
Applications
- Paint and coating solvent (coalescing agent)
- Cleaner and degreaser
- Hydraulic fluid component
- Ink solvent
- Textile processing
- Cosmetics solvent
- Metalworking fluid
External References: PubChem