Solvents
REACH
Diethylene glycol monomethyl ether
CAS Number
111-77-3
EC Number
203-906-6
Abbreviation
DGME
What is Diethylene glycol monomethyl ether?
Diethylene glycol monomethyl ether (CAS 111-77-3), also known as Methyl Carbitol and abbreviated DGME, is a slow-evaporating glycol ether solvent.
Where is Diethylene glycol monomethyl ether used?
- Coatings: coalescing agent in architectural and industrial coatings
- Waterborne systems: viscosity modifier improving flow and leveling
- Printing inks: controls drying speed and maintains pigment dispersion stability in flexographic and gravure applications
- Personal care: solvent and humectant in rinse-off and leave-on formulations
- Adhesives and sealants: reactive diluent and processing aid
- It has a controlled evaporation rate and broad solvency profile.
Good to know: Cosmetic-grade material is available for personal care end uses where tighter impurity limits are required.
Commercial specifications
- Technical grade is the primary commercial specification, meeting purity requirements for industrial solvent applications
- Clear liquid in standard drum and IBC quantities, with bulk availability
Other Names (Synonyms)
diglycol monomethyl ether|2-(2-methoxyethoxy)ethanol|Methyl carbitol|Methyl digol|Dowanol DM|MECB|3,6-Dioxa-1-heptanol|Ethanol, 2-(2-methoxyethoxy)-|DGME
What are the physical properties of Diethylene glycol monomethyl ether?
Melting Point <-84 °C
Boiling Point 193 °C
Density 1.035 g/cm³ @ Temp: 20 °C
Flash Point 183 °F
Appearance liquid
Color Clear
Odor Faint pleasant odor
Form Liquid
Water Solubility Miscible
Vapor Pressure 0.2 mm Hg ( 20 °C)
Refractive Index n 20/D 1.426
pH 4-7 (200g/l, H2O, 20℃)
Log P -0.47 at 20℃
How is Diethylene glycol monomethyl ether classified and handled safely? Learn More
Danger
GHS08· Health Hazard GHS07· Irritant
Hazard Statements
H227 Combustible liquid
H312 Harmful in contact with skin
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness
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.
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Diethylene glycol monomethyl ether?
HS Code 29094200
WGK (Germany) 1