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Common Name: 2-(2-Phenoxyethoxy)ethanol / Diethylene Glycol Phenyl Ether (DiGPE)

CAS No.: 104-68-7

Molecular Formula: C10H14O3

Appearance: Clear, colorless, slightly viscous liquid

Boiling Point: ~298°C

Function: Solvent, Coalescing Agent, Fixative

Product Overview

2-(2-Phenoxyethoxy)ethanol is a versatile, high-boiling glycol ether with an aromatic scent. Due to its excellent solvency for various resins and low evaporation rate, it is widely utilized as a coalescing agent in water-based coatings and as a solvent in high-end printing inks. In the personal care industry, it serves as a powerful fragrance fixative and an effective preservative booster, enhancing the efficacy of antimicrobial systems.

Key Applications

Coatings & Paints: Acts as a superior coalescing agent for latex paints and water-borne coatings, improving film formation and gloss.

Inks: Used as a high-performance solvent in silk-screen and ballpoint pen inks to prevent drying at the tip or on the screen.

Cosmetics & Fragrances: Functions as a fragrance fixative to extend scent longevity. It also acts as a booster for preservatives like Phenoxyethanol.

Industrial Cleaning: Highly effective in metal cleaning, paint stripping, and household detergents due to its ability to dissolve stubborn oils and resins.

Textiles: Used as a leveling agent and dye carrier in textile dyeing processes.

Specification

Item	Specification	Results
Appearance	Transparent liquid	Conforms
Color	≤100 APHA	5.5 APHA
Content	≥98%	98.56%
PH(1%)	8.0- 10.0	9.22
Light Ends	≤0.05%	0.01%
Heavy Ends	≤2%	0.78%
Phenol	≤100ppm	45.4ppm
Phenyl ether	≤1%	0.65%
Conclusion	The product confirm to the enterprise standard

Packaging & Storage

Packaging: 200kg/steel drum, or 1000kg/IBC tank.
Storage: Tightly closed. Dry. Keep in a well-ventilated place. Keep locked up or in an area accessible onlyto qualified or authorized persons.

2-(2-Phenoxyethoxy)ethanol / Diethylene Glycol Phenyl Ether CAS 104-68-7

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