Methoxy Propanol (Dowanol PM)

The CAS registry number for Methoxy Propanol (Dowanol PM) is 107-98-2. Its chemical formula is C4H10O2, with a molecular weight of 90.1 g/mol. Quote this number when requesting a quotation or checking documentation, as it identifies the substance unambiguously regardless of the trade name used.

Methoxy Propanol (Dowanol PM) is also referred to as Dowanol PM, PGME, Methoxypropanol and α-propylene glycol monomethyl ether. These names describe the same substance, so a specification or enquiry written against any of them can be matched to this product.

Methoxy Propanol (Dowanol PM) is supplied as Industrial 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.

Methoxy Propanol (Dowanol PM) is supplied at a concentration of ≥99.5% α-isomer, ≤0.3% β-isomer. Concentration and assay are separate figures: the concentration describes the strength of the material as supplied, and the certificate of analysis issued for your consignment carries the measured values for that batch.

The purity/assay figure recorded for Methoxy Propanol (Dowanol PM) is 99.5. Figures are typical values for the grade supplied; the certificate of analysis for your specific batch is the authoritative record and can be provided on request.

Methoxy Propanol (Dowanol PM) 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.

Common applications include coatings and paints — Viscosity reduction and film formation enhancements, printing inks — Pigment dispersion and flow improvement, cleaning and degreasing agents — Effective in removing soap scum and stains, agrochemical formulations — Solvent and formulation aid, electronics manufacturing — Used in semiconductor processing and adhesives — Solvent for improved performance. 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.

Methoxy Propanol (Dowanol PM) is supplied to the Water Treatment, Food Processing & Beverage, Agriculture & Agrochemicals, Mining & Minerals, Construction & Admixtures, Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare, Cosmetics & Personal Care, Cleaning & Detergents, Paints, Coatings & Inks, Textile & Leather Tanning, Oil, Gas & Energy and Laboratories & Research 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.

Available in 190 kg drums, 200 kg drums, and 20 L containers. Where a different pack size or bulk delivery is required, it is confirmed at quotation stage against availability rather than listed here as standard.

Methoxy Propanol (Dowanol PM) is recorded against the EC number 203-539-1 and the HS customs code 2909 49 80. Quote this on customs and export paperwork; it is confirmed again on the commercial invoice for your specific consignment.