124-17-4

Basic information

• Product Name: 2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)ethyl acetate
• Synonyms: 1-acetoxy-2-(2-butoxy-ethoxy)-ethane;1-Butoxy-2-(2-acetoxyethoxy)-ethane;2-(2-butoxyethoxy)-ethanoacetate;2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)ethanol acetate;2-(2-butoxyethoxy)-ethanol,acetate;2-(2-butoxyethoxy)ethanolacetate;2-(2-butoxyethoxy)ethylacetate(diethyleneglycolbutyletheracetate)(dgba);2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)ethylester kyseliny octove
• CAS NO: 124-17-4
• Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₂₀O₄
• Molecular Weight: 204.26
• EINECS: 204-685-9
• Product Categories: ACS and Reagent Grade Solvents;Amber Glass Bottles;Carbon Steel Flex-Spout Cans;Reagent;ReagentPlus;ReagentPlus Solvent Grade Products;Semi-Bulk Solvents;Solvent Bottles;Solvent by Application;Solvent Packaging Options;Solvents
• Mol File: 124-17-4.mol
• Article Data: 2

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: -32 °C
• Boiling Point: 245 °C(lit.)
• Flash Point: 105 °C
• Appearance: /Liquid
• Density: 0.977 g/mL at 20 °C(lit.)
• Vapor Pressure: 8.03E-06mmHg at 25°C
• Refractive Index: n20/D 1.426
• Storage Temp.: Store below +30°C.
• Solubility: water: soluble65g/L at 20°C
• Explosive Limit: 0.76%, 135°F
• Water Solubility: 65 g/L
• Stability: Stable, but may be light sensitive. Combustible. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, acids, strong bases.
• BRN: 1771533
• CAS DataBase Reference: 2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)ethyl acetate(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: 2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)ethyl acetate(124-17-4)
• EPA Substance Registry System: 2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)ethyl acetate(124-17-4)

Safety Data

• Hazard Codes: Xi
• Statements: 19-36/37-36
• Safety Statements: 39-26
• WGK Germany: 1
• RTECS: KJ9275000
• TSCA: Yes
• Hazardous Substances Data: 124-17-4(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Chemical Properties

colourless liquid with a slight fruity smell

Uses

2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)ethyl acetate (Butyldiglycol acetate) may be used as a component to reduce the minimal film forming temperature (MTF) during poly(vinyl acetate)(PVAc) based composite film preparation. It may also be used during the formulation of thick film pastes of silver.

General Description

Colorless liquid with a mild odor. Floats and mixes slowly with water.

Air & Water Reactions

Water soluble.

Reactivity Profile

Esters react with acids to liberate heat along with alcohols and acids. Strong oxidizing acids may cause a vigorous reaction that is sufficiently exothermic to ignite the reaction products. Heat is also generated by the interaction of esters with caustic solutions. Flammable hydrogen is generated by mixing esters with alkali metals and hydrides.

Health Hazard

Prolonged breathing of vapor may cause irritation and nausea. Contact with liquid may cause mild irritation of eyes and skin. Can be absorbed through skin in toxic amounts.

Flammability and Explosibility

Nonflammable

Chemical Reactivity

Reactivity with Water No reaction; Reactivity with Common Materials: No reaction; Stability During Transport: Stable; Neutralizing Agents for Acids and Caustics: Not pertinent; Polymerization: Not pertinent; Inhibitor of Polymerization: Not pertinent.

Safety Profile

Moderately toxic by ingestion. Mild skin and eye irritant. Combustible when exposed to heat or flame. To fight fire, use foam, CO2, dry chemical. Incompatible with oxidizing materials, heat, flame. When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.

InChI:InChI=1/C6H12O2.C4H10O3/c1-3-4-5-8-6(2)7;5-1-3-7-4-2-6/h3-5H2,1-2H3;5-6H,1-4H2

Upstream product

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Relevant articles and documents

Method of Fabricating Glycol Monoalkyl Ether Acetate Using Acidic Ionic Liquid Catalyst

A new method for fabricating glycol monoalkyl ether acetate (GMAEA) is provided. A Bronsted acidic ionic liquid is used. After some reactions, two layers of materials are formed. A product of GMAEA is obtained at the upper layer. The lower layer is the ionic liquid. Thus, the ionic liquid is reusable for re-fabricating the product. And, furthermore, waste acid is reduced.