Solvents
REACH
2-ethoxyethanol
CAS Number
110-80-5
EC Number
203-804-1
Abbreviation
EGEE
What is 2-ethoxyethanol?
2-Ethoxyethanol (CAS 110-80-5), also known as EGEE or glycol monoethyl ether, is a slow-evaporating glycol ether solvent.
Where is 2-ethoxyethanol used?
- Industrial coatings and lacquers: coalescing and flow-control solvent improving film formation and leveling in alkyd, epoxy, and nitrocellulose systems
- Printing inks: drying speed and viscosity control in gravure and flexographic processes
- Adhesives and sealants: resin dissolution and open-time extension in solvent-borne systems
- Plastics processing: carrier solvent
- Surface treatments and polymer coatings require controlled evaporation for finish quality.
Good to know: Purity levels and water content tolerances can vary between suppliers; buyers should confirm specification sheets against formulation requirements.
Commercial specifications
- Drums and IBCs; bulk tanker options for high-volume procurement
Other Names (Synonyms)
glycol monoethyl ether|glycol ethyl ether|ethylene glycol ethyl ether|ethyl-2-hydroxyethyl ether|ethyl glycol|ethyl ethylene glycol|beta-ethoxyethanol|2EE|EGEE
What are the physical properties of 2-ethoxyethanol?
Melting Point -70 °C
Boiling Point 135.6 °C
Density 0.931 g/cm³ @ Temp: 20 °C
Flash Point 107.6 °F
Appearance 2-Ethoxyethanol is a colorless, viscous liquid with a sweetish odor
Color Clear, colorless
Odor Sweetish; mild, pleasant, ethereal.
Form Liquid
Water Solubility miscible
Vapor Pressure 3.8 mm Hg ( 20 °C)
Refractive Index n 20/D 1.407(lit.)
pH 7 (20°C)
Log P 0.32 at 20℃
How is 2-ethoxyethanol classified and handled safely? Learn More
Danger
GHS02· Flammable GHS06· Toxic GHS08· Health Hazard GHS07· Irritant
Hazard Statements
H226 Flammable liquid and vapor
H302 Harmful if swallowed
H303 May be harmful if swallowed
H312 Harmful in contact with skin
Precautionary Statements
P203 Obtain, consult and follow expert instructions for use.
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
P233 Keep container tightly closed.
P240 Ground and bond container and receiving equipment.
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to 2-ethoxyethanol?
HS Code 29094990
UN Number 1171
ADR Class 3
Packing Group III
Storage Class 3 - Flammable liquids
WGK (Germany) 1