Butyl diglycol acetate
CAS No 124-17-4
Butyl diglycol acetate is a colorless liquid with a characteristic odor, belonging to the glycol ether acetate family (Dowanol E series). Also known as 2-(2-butoxyethoxy)ethyl acetate or diethylene glycol n-butyl ether acetate (BDGA), it is valued as a slow-evaporating solvent with good solvency for resins and coatings. OQEMA supplies it in various packaging, from cans to IBCs.
- Category
- Solvents
- Sub-category
- Acetates
- Formula
- C10H20O4
- CAS Number
- 124-17-4
- EINECS
- 204-685-9
Applications
- Coalescing solvent in paints, lacquers and coatings
- Component of industrial and printing inks
- Solvent for resins in surface coating formulations
- Industrial cleaning and degreasing formulations
FAQ
Q: What is butyl diglycol acetate?
A: Butyl diglycol acetate (CAS 124-17-4), also known as BDGA or diethylene glycol n-butyl ether acetate, is a colorless liquid glycol ether acetate used as an industrial solvent.
Q: How is butyl diglycol acetate supplied?
A: OQEMA supplies it in various packaging, from cans to IBCs.
Q: What is it used for?
A: It is mainly used as a slow-evaporating solvent in coatings, inks and industrial cleaning formulations.
Available materials
| Material | Packaging | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Butyldiglycolacetate IBC 1000l | IBC | 1140 KG |
| Butyldiglycolacetate barrel | Drum | 200 KG |
| Butyldiglycolacetate barrel DD | Can | 200 KG |