Solvents
REACH
2-ethoxyethyl acetate
CAS Number
111-15-9
EC Number
203-839-2
What is 2-ethoxyethyl acetate?
2-Ethoxyethyl acetate (CAS 111-15-9), also known as EGEEA or Glycol monoethyl ether acetate, is a slow-evaporating ester solvent.
Where is 2-ethoxyethyl acetate used?
- Coatings and paints: dissolves nitrocellulose, epoxy and alkyd resins
- Architectural and industrial finishes: improves flow and leveling
- Printing inks: carrier solvent for extended open time and strong resin solvency, notably in gravure and screen printing
- Electronics: cleans flux residues and degreases precision components
- Adhesives and sealants: process solvent controlling viscosity and application characteristics
- Its controlled evaporation rate supports film formation and process consistency.
Commercial specifications
- Purity typically 98% to 99%+
- COA and standard safety data documentation
Other Names (Synonyms)
Glycol monoethyl ether acetate|Ethylene glycol monoethyl ether acetate|EGEEA|Cellosolve acetate|Oxitol acetate|Oxytol acetate|2-Ethoxyethanol acetate|Ethyl cellosolve acetate
What are the physical properties of 2-ethoxyethyl acetate?
Melting Point -61.7 °C
Boiling Point 156 °C
Density 0.975 g/cm³ @ Temp: 20 °C
Flash Point 135 °F
Appearance 2-Ethoxyethyl acetate is a colorless liquid with a mild, nonresidual odor. The Odor Threshold is 0.056 ppm in air
Color Colorless
Form Colorless liquid
Water Solubility 230 g/L (20 ºC)
Vapor Pressure 2 mm Hg ( 20 °C)
Refractive Index n 20/D 1.406(lit.)
pH 4-5 (H2O, 20℃)(saturated solution)
Log P 0.449 (est)
How is 2-ethoxyethyl acetate classified and handled safely? Learn More
Danger
GHS02· Flammable GHS07· Irritant GHS08· Health Hazard GHS06· Toxic
Hazard Statements
H226 Flammable liquid and vapor [Warning Flammable liquids]
H302 Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
H312 Harmful in contact with skin [Warning Acute toxicity, dermal]
H332 Harmful if inhaled [Warning Acute toxicity, inhalation]
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to 2-ethoxyethyl acetate?
HS Code 29153900
UN Number 1172
ADR Class 3
Packing Group III
Storage Class 3 - Flammable liquids
WGK (Germany) 1