Diethylene glycol monobutyl ether acetate (DEGBEA)

Diethylene glycol monobutyl ether acetate (DEGBEA) is a high-performance glycol ether ester solvent valued for its strong solvency power, moderate evaporation rate, and excellent compatibility with a wide range of resins and polymers. It is widely used in advanced coatings, adhesives, and inks, where it improves flow, film formation, and overall application performance. Its ability to balance solvency with controlled evaporation makes it particularly well-suited for automotive, industrial, and high-performance coatings that demand durability and precision.

Beyond coatings, DEGBEA is employed in electronics cleaning and specialty manufacturing, where its solvency strength enables safe and effective removal of flux residues, oils, and contaminants without damaging sensitive components. It is also used in industrial processing and chemical synthesis, where stability and efficiency are essential. With its versatility, solvency profile, and proven reliability under demanding conditions, ethylene glycol monobutyl ether acetate remains a preferred solvent across industries including automotive, aerospace, electronics, coatings, and specialty chemicals.

Synonyms: DEGBEA, butoxyethoxyethyl acetate, butyl carbitol acetate

Characteristics:

IUPAC Name: 2-(2-butoxyethoxy)ethyl acetate

CAS Number: 124-17-4

UN Number: N/A

Recommended Use / Industries:

• High-performance solvent in coatings and inks
• Industrial cleaning formulations
• Electronics manufacturing
• Resin and polymer processing