Butyl Cellosolve (Diethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether)

DESCRIPTION

Butyl glycol, also known as Butyl Cellosolve, is a versatile glycol ether with a balanced hydrophilic and hydrophobic character, providing excellent active solvency and coupling properties. It is used as a primary solvent in solvent-based coatings and silk screen printing inks, as well as a coalescent in industrial water-based coatings. Additionally, it functions as a coupling agent in architectural water-borne coatings and various cleaning products, including rust removers, hard surface cleaners, and disinfectants. This clear, colorless liquid with a mild sweet odor has been industrially produced for over fifty years. It is miscible with water and common organic solvents, making it suitable for diverse applications, including in the separation of metals, hydraulic fluids, and organic synthesis. Its ability to effectively dissolve resins, lacquers, and paints underscores its importance in the coatings and ink industries.