In this article, we have introduced butyl glycol acetate. The formula of butyl glycol acetate, molecular shape, physical and chemical properties, its applications in industries, production method, and finally, safety tips and issues regarding storage and working with this chemical have been examined.
Introduction to butyl glycol acetate
Butyl glycol acetate (2Butoxyethyl acetate) or butyl glycol acetate is a colorless to pale yellowish liquid, transparent, with a relatively mild odor and moderate solubility. The butyl glycol acetate solvent has a high boiling point and low volatility. This material is soluble in a wide range of solvents, while its solubility in water is low.
Generally, this material is used in various industries to bond materials, make one-piece formulations, and facilitate the mixing process. Butyl glycol acetate solvent has both ester and ether linkage groups, so it exhibits similar properties to both groups in reactions. This material is widely used in the manufacture of polyvinyl acetate, and its presence creates resistance to aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons, and consequently increases their functional properties.
Chemical and physical characteristics of butyl glycol acetate
| Appearance | Clear colorless liquid |
| Molecular formula | C8H16O3 |
| Molar mass | 160.2 g·mol−1 |
| Density | 0.94 g/cm3, liquid |
| Melting point | −63 °C to -72°C |
| Boiling point | 192 °C |
| Solubility in water | 1.5% at 20°C |













