Ethyl Glycol Acetate

Ethyl Glycol Acetate is a versatile glycol ether ester solvent widely used in industrial formulations where strong solvency, smooth evaporation, and reliable performance are required. It is well known for its low odor, excellent flow characteristics, and compatibility with a broad range of resins. These features make Ethyl Glycol Acetate an ideal choice for high-quality coatings, inks, and specialty chemical applications. Ethyl Glycol Acetate is available in different grades such as standard industrial grade, high-purity grade, and customized specifications for specialized formulations.

It is commonly used as a solvent and co-solvent in paints, automotive and industrial coatings, printing inks, varnishes, lacquers, adhesives, and surface treatment products. Chemically, it is an acetate ester of ethylene glycol monoethyl ether, providing excellent solvency for acrylic, polyurethane, epoxy, nitrocellulose, and alkyd resins. Key technical properties include a moderate evaporation rate, relatively high boiling point, low viscosity, good flash point, and excellent miscibility with most organic solvents. These characteristics contribute to improved leveling, enhanced gloss, uniform film formation, and reduced surface defects in finished products.

Ethyl Glycol Acetate can be supplied in various commercial packaging options to meet different production scales, including 25 kg and 30 kg plastic drums, 200 kg steel or HDPE drums, 1,000 kg IBC containers, and bulk tanker deliveries. It offers good storage stability when handled and stored under recommended conditions. With its cost-effective performance, formulation flexibility, and broad industrial acceptance, Ethyl Glycol Acetate remains a reliable solvent solution for coatings, inks, adhesives, and specialty chemical manufacturers seeking consistent quality and efficiency.

Property	Specification
Product Name	Ethyl Glycol Acetate
Chemical Name	2-Ethoxyethyl Acetate
CAS Number	111-15-9
Molecular Formula	C6H12O3
Molecular Weight	132.16 g/mol
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Odor	Mild, sweet ether-like odor
Density (20°C)	0.97 – 0.98 g/cm³
Boiling Point	156 – 160 °C
Flash Point	~47 – 50 °C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate	Medium (slower than ethyl acetate, faster than PMA)
Solubility in Water	Slightly soluble
Solubility	Miscible with most organic solvents (alcohols, ketones, esters)
Vapor Pressure	Low to moderate
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.405 – 1.409
Purity (Typical)	≥ 99%
Storage Conditions	Store in tightly closed container, in cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from ignition sources
Main Applications	Coatings, inks, industrial cleaners, resins, automotive paints, printing inks
Key Features	Good solvency, balanced evaporation rate, excellent flow & leveling, strong resin compatibility