CAS 111-76-2
2-Butoxyethanol in Kenya
CAS 111-76-2C6H14O2118.17 g/mol
2-Butoxyethanol, also known as Butyl Glycol, is a versatile solvent primarily used in paints and coatings. Its unique properties facilitate effective cleaning and disinfection in various applications. This compound exhibits excellent solvency characteristics, making it ideal for use in adhesive formulations and as a processing aid in industrial settings. Industries such as automotive, manufacturing, and pharmaceuticals rely on its capabilities to deliver superior performance in their products.
Main applicationPaint formulations — serves as a solvent, improving application and finish.
2-Butoxyethanol is significant in the coatings and cleaning industries for its unique ability to enhance product performance. It plays a crucial role in the formulation of effective cleaning agents and high-quality paint products, ensuring manufacturers can meet stringent application requirements and consumer expectations.
Also known as
- 2-Butoxyethanol
- Butyl glycol
- Butyl cellosolve
- Butoxyethanol
- ETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOBUTYL ETHER
- Ethylene glycol butyl ether
- n-Butoxyethanol
- Butyl oxitol
Trade pricing
Quoted per enquiry
Pricing depends on volume, grade and delivery point. Our desk responds within two working hours.
Available packaging
- Available in various container sizes
- please inquire for specifics.
Documentation
Batch-specific COA issued with every consignment.
Technical specifications
- CAS number
- 111-76-2
- Chemical formula
- C6H14O2
- Molecular weight
- 118.17 g/mol
- Grade
- Technical grade
- Appearance
- Colorless liquid
- Density
- 0.902 g/cm³ at 20 °C
- Density
- 0.902 g/cm³
- Melting Point
- -74.8 °C
- Boiling Point
- 168.4 °C
- Solubility
- Miscible with water
2-Butoxyethanol is an organic compound with the molecular formula C6H14O2 and a molecular weight of 118.17 g/mol. This colorless liquid has a distinct solvent odor and is miscible with water, enhancing its utility as a solvent in various formulations. Key characteristics include a melting point of -74.8 °C and boiling point of 168.4 °C. Density is approximately 0.902 g/cm³ at 20 °C, indicating it is less dense than water. Buyers should consider the grade and purity when sourcing this compound to ensure suitability for their specific applications.
Delivery
2-Butoxyethanol in Kenya is dispatched from our Nairobi warehouse across Kenya, and export delivery is arranged to the wider East African market. Lead time depends on quantity and grade and is confirmed with your quotation — see delivery and collection for the towns we reach and how dispatch works.
Applications & uses
- Paint formulations — serves as a solvent, improving application and finish.
- Cleaning agents — utilized for its excellent solvency in degreasing and removing contaminants.
- Coatings — enhances adhesion properties in protective and decorative coatings.
- Adhesives — acts as a processing aid due to its ability to dissolve polymers.
- Textile processing — used in dyeing and finishing agents for textiles.
Industries we supply this to
Why buy this from Sparks
- Enhances application properties in paints for a superior finish.
- Improves cleaning efficacy through effective solvent action.
- Facilitates adhesion in coatings, enhancing durability and wear resistance.
- acts as a processing aid, optimizing manufacturing processes in adhesives.
- Provides versatility in formulation, applicable across multiple industries.
Quality assurance
- Batches are checked against the specification values listed above before dispatch.
State what your process, auditor or customs clearance requires when you request a quotation, and it is confirmed with the quote.
Safety, handling & storage
Always consult the full Safety Data Sheet before handling. Personnel must use appropriate PPE and follow local regulations for storage, transport and disposal.
Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of 2-Butoxyethanol in Kenya?
The CAS registry number for 2-Butoxyethanol in Kenya is 111-76-2. Its chemical formula is C6H14O2, with a molecular weight of 118.17 g/mol. Quote this number when requesting a quotation or checking documentation, as it identifies the substance unambiguously regardless of the trade name used.
What are the other names for 2-Butoxyethanol in Kenya?
2-Butoxyethanol in Kenya is also referred to as 2-Butoxyethanol, Butyl glycol, Butyl cellosolve, Butoxyethanol, ETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOBUTYL ETHER and Ethylene glycol butyl ether. These names describe the same substance, so a specification or enquiry written against any of them can be matched to this product.
What grade of 2-Butoxyethanol in Kenya is supplied?
2-Butoxyethanol in Kenya is supplied as Technical grade. State the grade your process requires when requesting a quotation — where an alternative grade can be sourced, it is confirmed at quotation stage rather than assumed.
What does 2-Butoxyethanol in Kenya look like?
2-Butoxyethanol in Kenya is described as colorless liquid. Appearance is a useful first check on receipt of goods, though it does not replace the certificate of analysis for confirming that the material meets specification.
What is 2-Butoxyethanol in Kenya used for?
Common applications include paint formulations — serves as a solvent, improving application and finish., cleaning agents — utilized for its excellent solvency in degreasing and removing contaminants., coatings — enhances adhesion properties in protective and decorative coatings., adhesives — acts as a processing aid due to its ability to dissolve polymers. and textile processing — used in dyeing and finishing agents for textiles.. The suitability of the product for a particular process depends on the grade and specification required, which is worth confirming against your own process conditions.
Which industries use 2-Butoxyethanol in Kenya?
2-Butoxyethanol in Kenya is supplied to the Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare, Cleaning & Detergents, Paints, Coatings & Inks and Textile & Leather Tanning sectors. These are the industries this product is listed against in our catalogue; if your application falls outside them, we can advise on suitability before you order.
What packaging is 2-Butoxyethanol in Kenya available in?
Available in various container sizes; please inquire for specifics. Where a different pack size or bulk delivery is required, it is confirmed at quotation stage against availability rather than listed here as standard.
References
Technical information on this page was compiled from the following published sources. Safety and handling data always comes from the supplier’s own safety data sheet.
- 1.PubChem CID 8133pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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