Propylene Glycol Monoethyl Ether
Appearance Colorless transparent liquid
Grade Industrial (≥99.5%), Electronic (≥99.9%)
CAS Number 1569-02-4 (a-isomer) / 52125-53-8 (mixed)
EINECS Number 216-374-5
Chemical Formula C₃H₁₂O₂
HS Code 2909.49.90
25kg Drums (w/ Pallets) 18-20MT per 20'FCL
200kg Drums (w/o Pallets) 22-24MT per 20'FCL
IBC Totes (1000kg) 20MT per 20'FCL
Lead Time <500MT: 14 days; >2000MT: 20 days
1. Product Introduction
Propylene Glycol Monoethyl Ether (PGME) is a low-toxicity, biodegradable solvent with balanced hydrophilic/lipophilic properties, widely used as a safer alternative to ethylene glycol ethers.
2. Product Features
High Efficiency: Evaporation rate 0.3 (n-butyl acetate=1)
Low Toxicity: LD50 >5,000 mg/kg (oral rat)
Dual Solvency: Miscible with water and most organics
Certifications: REACH, TSCA, Halal (electronic grade)
3. Applications
Coatings: Waterborne paint coalescent
Electronics: Photoresist developer solvent
Cleaning: Industrial degreaser formulations
Inks: Jet printing ink component
4. Storage
Store in carbon steel/stainless steel containers (<40°C)
Keep away from strong oxidizers
Shelf life: 24 months (unopened)
5. Packaging & Shipping
Standard: 25kg HDPE drums with nitrogen blanket
Bulk: 1000kg IBCs with flame arrestors
Transport: Non-hazardous (most jurisdictions)
6. Why Choose Us?
Dedicated Production: 50,000MT/year single-train capacity
Quality Traceability: Batch-specific GC analysis reports
Global Logistics: ADR-certified hazardous cargo handling
7. Related Products
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether (PGME)
Dipropylene Glycol Methyl Ether (DPM)
Ethylene Glycol Monoethyl Ether (EGEE)
Technical Notes:
Isomer Control: α-isomer ≥95% available
Water Content: <0.1% standard (lower on request)
MOQ: 1×20'FCL for standard grades
