Ethyl Cellosolve

Description

What is Ethyl Cellosolve?

Ethyl Cellosolve, also known as 2-Ethoxyethanol (CAS No. 110-80-5), is a colorless, water-soluble glycol ether with a mild odor. It is widely used as a solvent due to its ability to dissolve both water-soluble and oil-soluble compounds. Ethyl Cellosolve offers excellent solvency for resins, oils, greases, waxes, and dyes, making it a critical ingredient in various industrial and commercial formulations.

At Chemex Chemicals, we import and supply premium-grade Ethyl Cellosolve, meeting the highest industry standards to support multiple sectors such as coatings, textiles, cleaners, and agriculture.

Technical Specifications

• Appearance: Colorless or light yellow transparent liquid

• Odor: Mild

• Boiling Point: 120°C – 135°C

• Melting Point: -70°C

• Flash Point: 43°C

• Density: 0.93

• Stability: Stable under ordinary conditions

• Water Solubility: Freely soluble

• Aqueous Extract Reaction: Neutral

• Color (APHA): Clear

• Purity: 99.5% Min

• Specific Gravity: 0.882 – 0.888

• Water Content: 0.05% Max

• Acidity: 0.007 Max

• Other Names: Cellosolve, 2-Ethoxyethanol

Key Applications of Ethyl Cellosolve

1. Paints, Coatings & Varnish Removers

Ethyl Cellosolve is extensively used as a solvent in water-based paints, lacquers, and varnish removers. Its excellent penetration and dissolving properties help in smooth film formation and drying.

2. Industrial Cleaners & Degreasers

It acts as an effective ingredient in multi-purpose cleaners, metal degreasing agents, and disinfectant formulations, thanks to its ability to dissolve oils, greases, and waxes.

3. Printing Inks

Used as a coupling solvent in printing inks to ensure smooth ink flow and uniform drying across substrates.

4. Textiles & Leather Finishing

Applied as a solvent for dyes in fabric and leather processing and also for textile conditioning and finishing.

5. Plasticizers & Hydraulic Fluids

Ethyl Cellosolve functions as a plasticizer in polymers and as a solvent in hydraulic and brake fluids, enhancing product flexibility and performance.

6. Agricultural Chemicals

Used in agrochemical formulations for pesticides and herbicides as a carrier solvent to improve delivery and dispersion.

7. Electronics & Electrolytic Solutions

Valued in the electronics industry for electrolytic component solutions and as a cleaning agent in circuit board manufacturing.

8. Anti-Freezing & Humidifying Agent

Added as an anti-freezing and anti-icing additive in various industrial systems, including heat transfer fluids.

Features & Benefits

• High Purity (99.5% Min)

• Excellent Solvency for Oils, Waxes, and Resins

• Stable Under Normal Conditions

• Mild Odor & Easy Handling

• Freely Soluble in Water

• Long Shelf Life

• Effective in Multi-Sector Applications

• Neutral pH – Safe for Most Formulations

• Custom Packaging Options Available

Why Choose Chemex Chemicals?

Chemex Chemicals is one of the leading importers and suppliers of Ethyl Cellosolve in India, trusted by manufacturers across coatings, textiles, pharmaceuticals, and specialty chemicals.

Here’s why industry leaders choose us:

• Sourced from Global Certified Vendors

• Ready Stock Available for Immediate Dispatch

• Rigorous Quality Control & Testing

• Affordable Pricing with Competitive MOQ

• Customized Grades & Packaging on Demand

• Pan-India Delivery Network with Reliable Logistics

• Expert Technical Support & Documentation Assistance