2-Ethoxyethanol: Overview
Description
2-Ethoxyethanol is a common solvent. It, like other glycol ethers, is used in the semiconductor industry. It is also used in surface coatings such as lacquers and paints. It is used in varnish removers, printing inks, duplicating fluids, wood stains, and epoxies.
Substance details
Substance name: 2-Ethoxyethanol
CASR number: 110-80-5
Molecular formula: C4H10O2
Synonyms: Ethylene glycol monoethyl ether; Glycol ethyl ether; cellosolve; Glycol monoethyl ether; Ethoxyethanol; ethylene glycol ethyl ether; glycol ether ee; Ethyl cellosolve; Ethyl Glycol
Physical properties
2-Ethoxyethanol is a colourless liquid, organic solvent with a sweet odour. It dissolves readily in both water and organic solvents (acetone, benzene, carbon tetrachloride, etc)
Melting Point: -90°C
Boiling Point: 135°C
Vapour Density: 3.1
Specific Gravity: 0.93
Flash point: 40°C (combustible liquid)
Chemical properties
Lower explosive limit: 1.8%
Upper explosive limit: 14%
Reacts with strong oxidizers.
Further information
The National Pollutant Inventory (NPI) holds data for all sources of 2-Ethoxyethanol emissions in Australia.
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