BUTYL DI GLYCOL ACETATE (BDGA)
BUTYL DIGLYCOL ACETATE (BDGA) is an industrial glycol ether offering an excellent balance of hydrophilic and hydrophobic properties, fast evaporation, and high active solvency power. Demonstrating superior performance in both water-based and solvent-based systems, this product is compatible with a wide range of resins and offers 100% water solubility. It is preferred as a versatile component in many different sectors such as coatings, cleaners, and agricultural chemicals.
Key Application Areas
- Active solvent for solvent-based coatings.
- Coalescing agent for industrial water-based coatings.
- Binder agent in architectural water-based paints.
- Binder and solvent in household and industrial cleaners, rust removers, hard surface cleaners, and disinfectants.
- Primary solvent in solvent-based screen printing inks.
- Binder agent for resins and dyes in water-based printing inks.
- Effective solvent for agricultural pesticides.
Typical Physical Properties
| Molecular Weight | 118.2 g/mol |
| Boiling Point (@ 760 mmHg) | 171 °C |
| Flash Point (Closed Cup) | 67 °C |
| Freezing Point | -75 °C |
| Specific Gravity (25/25°C) | 0.901 |
| Viscosity (@ 20°C) | 3.3 cP |
| Water Solubility (@ 25°C) | %100 |
| CAS Number | 111-76-2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is BUTYL DIGLYCOL ACETATE (BDGA) soluble in water?
Yes, this product exhibits 100% complete solubility in water at 25°C and performs excellently in water-based systems due to its hydrophilic/hydrophobic balance.
In which industries is it commonly used?
It is widely used in the paint and coating industry, industrial and household cleaning products, screen printing and water-based printing inks, and agricultural chemicals (pesticides).
What is the flash point of the product and what are the storage conditions?
The closed cup flash point of the product is 67 °C. It should be stored in cool, dry areas with adequate ventilation, away from sources of flame and sparks.
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