2807-30-9

Basic information

• Product Name: 2-PROPOXYETHANOL
• Synonyms: ETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOPROPYL ETHER;ETHYLENE GLYCOL MONO-N-PROPYL ETHER;HYDROXYETHYL PROPYL ETHER;2-PROPOXYETHANOL;2-N-PROPOXYETHANOL;N-PROPYL GLYCOL;N-PROPYL CELLOSOLVE;PROPYL GLYCOL
• CAS NO: 2807-30-9
• Molecular Formula: C₅H₁₂O₂
• Molecular Weight: 104.15
• EINECS: 220-548-6
• Product Categories: Ethylene Glycols & Monofunctional Ethylene Glycols;Monofunctional Ethylene Glycols;ACS and Reagent Grade Solvents;Amber Glass Bottles;Carbon Steel Flex-Spout Cans;ReagentPlus;ReagentPlus Solvent Grade Products;Semi-Bulk Solvents;Solvent Bottles;Solvent by Application;Solvent Packaging Options;Solvents;Solvent
• Mol File: 2807-30-9.mol

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: −75 °C(lit.)
• Boiling Point: 150-153 °C(lit.)
• Flash Point: 120 °F
• Appearance: Clear colorless to yellow/Liquid
• Density: 0.913 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
• Vapor Pressure: 1.3 mm Hg ( 20 °C)
• Refractive Index: n20/D 1.413(lit.)
• Storage Temp.: Flammables area
• Solubility: Soluble in water
• PKA: 14.43±0.10(Predicted)
• Water Solubility: 100vol% at 20℃[vol%]
• Stability: Flammable. Incompatible with oxidizing agents. May form explosive mixtures with air.
• BRN: 1731983
• CAS DataBase Reference: 2-PROPOXYETHANOL(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: 2-PROPOXYETHANOL(2807-30-9)
• EPA Substance Registry System: 2-PROPOXYETHANOL(2807-30-9)

Safety Data

• Hazard Codes: Xn
• Statements: 21-36-10
• Safety Statements: 26-36/37-46
• RIDADR: UN 1986 3/PG 3
• WGK Germany: 1
• RTECS: KM2800000
• F: 10-23
• HazardClass: 3.2
• PackingGroup: III
• Hazardous Substances Data: 2807-30-9(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Uses

Used in Pharmaceutical Industry:
2-Propoxyethanol is used as a solvent for various pharmaceutical applications, such as the production of drugs and medicines. Its ability to dissolve a wide range of substances makes it a versatile component in the formulation of medications.
Used in Cosmetics Industry:
In the cosmetics industry, 2-Propoxyethanol is used as a solvent and emulsifier for the formulation of personal care products, such as creams, lotions, and shampoos. Its compatibility with various ingredients allows for the creation of stable and effective formulations.
Used in Paint and Coating Industry:
2-Propoxyethanol is used as a solvent in the paint and coating industry to help dissolve and mix the components of paint, leading to improved flow and application properties.
Used in Printing and Ink Industry:
In the printing and ink industry, 2-Propoxyethanol is used as a solvent for the formulation of inks, particularly for flexographic and gravure printing processes. Its ability to dissolve various components helps create inks with desired properties, such as viscosity and drying time.
Used in Industrial Cleaning:
2-Propoxyethanol is used as a cleaning agent in various industrial applications, such as degreasing and parts cleaning. Its ability to dissolve a wide range of soils and contaminants makes it an effective choice for cleaning purposes.
Used in Textile Industry:
In the textile industry, 2-Propoxyethanol is used as a solvent for the dyeing and finishing processes. Its compatibility with various dyes and chemicals allows for the production of high-quality textiles with desired colors and properties.

Reactivity Profile

Ethers, such as 2-PROPOXYETHANOL can act as bases. They form salts with strong acids and addition complexes with Lewis acids. The complex between diethyl ether and boron trifluoride is an example. Ethers may react violently with strong oxidizing agents. In other reactions, which typically involve the breaking of the carbon-oxygen bond, ethers are relatively inert.

Health Hazard

VAPOR: Irritating eyes and nose. LIQUID: Can cause corneal damage. INHALATION: Can cause toxic effects. SKIN: Contact can cause toxic effects.

Fire Hazard

Combustible: Carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide may be produced in a fire.

Safety Profile

Moderately toxic by ingestion and skin contact. Mildly toxic by inhalation. An experimental teratogen. Experimental reproductive effects. Some glycol ethers have dangerous human reproductive effects. A skin and severe eye irritant. Flammable; can react with oxilzing materials. When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes. See also GLYCOL ETHERS.

InChI:InChI=1/C6H14O.C2H6O2/c1-3-5-7-6-4-2;3-1-2-4/h3-6H2,1-2H3;3-4H,1-2H2

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Relevant articles and documents

PRODUCTION OF HYDROXY ETHER HYDROCARBONS BY LIQUID PHASE HYDROGENOLYSIS OF CYCLIC ACETALS OR CYCLIC KETALS

A liquid phase hydrogenolysis of acetal compounds such as cyclic acetals and cyclic ketals are fed to a reaction zone and reacted in the presence of a noble metal catalyst supported on a carbon or silica support to make hydroxy ether mono-hydrocarbons in high selectivity, without the necessity to use acidic co-catalysts such as phosphorus containing acids or stabilizers such as hydroquinone.

Microemulsifying Polar Oils

The phase behavior and microstructure of C12E6/ether oil/water mixtures have been examined systematically as a function of increasing oil polarity.As the ratio of ether linkages to methylene groups of the ether oils is increased, the oils become more water soluble and more polar (less hydrophobic).When ethylene glycol dibutyl ether is replaced with the more polar ethylene glycol diethyl ether in C12E6/ether oil/water mixtures, the three-phase region shrinks and disappears: the system bypasses a tricritical point.Simultaneously, the liquid crystalline region retreats to higher surfactant concentration, and light and X-ray scattering measurements indicate that the microstructure decreases dramatically in size.According to small-angle X-ray scattering results, C12E6/ethylene glycol diethyl ether/water mixtures retain an interface between oillike and waterlike domains.However, since the ether is highly soluble in the water and interface domains, the microstructure is diffuse.