Ethers
Ethylene glycol monopropyl ether
DETAIL
Ethylene glycol monopropyl ether (EGPEA) is a straight chain glycol derivative. It is a colorless, water-miscible solvent providing a slow evaporation rate, good viscosity control in waterborne resins, and high flash point. Ethylene glycol monopropyl ether Solvent has a milder, less detectable odor than most other glycol ethers, enhancing its use in coatings when mild odor is desirable. Ethylene glycol monopropyl ether Solvent is completely water miscible over a wide range of temperatures. It can also be used to develop customized aqueous cleaners.
The chemical substances for this product are listed as Inert Ingredients Permitted for Use in Nonfood Use Pesticide Products under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA).
Applications/uses
Aerosol coatings
Architectural coatings
OEM car
Auto refinish
Automotive
Flexographic printing inks
General industrial coatings
Graphic arts
Herbicides - intermediate for other
LCD displays
Marine
Paints & coatings
Protective coatings
Wood coatings
Key attributes
Good coupling efficiency
Good solvent activity
High dilution ratio
Inert - Nonfood use
Low surface tension
Low volatility/Low vapor pressure
Miscible with water and most organic liquids
Predicted to be readily biodegradable
Slow evaporation rate