Solvents
REACH
Ethylene glycol diacetate
CAS Number
111-55-7
EC Number
203-881-1
Abbreviation
EGDA
What is Ethylene glycol diacetate?
Ethylene glycol diacetate (CAS 111-55-7), also known as glycol diacetate or EGDA, is a diester solvent.
Where is Ethylene glycol diacetate used?
- Plastics and polymer processing: reactive diluent and cross-linking aid in coatings, adhesives and resin systems
- Personal care: carrier solvent in fragrance concentrates and cosmetic bases
- Flavor and fragrance: flavoring agent with a mild fruity ester note for confectionery and beverages
- Industrial coatings: high-boiling coalescing solvent that improves film formation in water-based and solvent-borne systems
- It functions as a slow-evaporating carrier solvent and curing agent.
Good to know: Flavor-grade material meeting purity specifications for food and fragrance use is available from select suppliers to ensure compliance with global regulatory requirements.
Commercial specifications
- Clear liquid in drum and IBC quantities
- Technical grade standard for industrial solvent and coatings applications
Other Names (Synonyms)
Glycol diacetate|1,2-Diacetoxyethane|Ethylene diacetate|1,2-Ethanediol diacetate|Ethanediol diacetate|Ethylene diethanoate|Ethylene acetate|1,2-Ethanediol, 1,2-diacetate|EGDA
What are the physical properties of Ethylene glycol diacetate?
Melting Point -31 °C
Boiling Point 190-191 °C
Density 1.104 g/cm³
Flash Point 198 °F
Appearance clear liquid
Color blue
Odor at 100.00 %. green floral estery alcoholic
Form Liquid
Water Solubility 160 g/L (20 ºC)
Vapor Pressure 0.2 mm Hg ( 20 °C)
Refractive Index n 20/D 1.431(lit.)
Log P 0.1 at 40℃
How is Ethylene glycol diacetate classified and handled safely? Learn More
Warning
GHS07· Irritant GHS08· Health Hazard
Hazard Statements
H315 Causes skin irritation
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H335 May cause respiratory irritation
H373 May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
H413 May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life
Precautionary Statements
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Ethylene glycol diacetate?
HS Code 29153900
Storage Class 10 - Combustible liquids
WGK (Germany) 1