Diethylene glycol diethyl ether

CAS Number

112-36-7

EC Number

203-963-7

Industries: Plastics & Polymers Personal Care & Cosmetics

What is Diethylene glycol diethyl ether?

Diethylene glycol diethyl ether (CAS 112-36-7), also known commercially as Ethyl diglyme or Diethyl carbitol, is an ether-based glycol solvent.

Where is Diethylene glycol diethyl ether used?

Pharmaceutical manufacturing: solvent and carrier in topical formulations and drug delivery systems
Personal care: humectant and solvent in creams, lotions and hair care products
Polymer and resin processing: reactive diluent and cross-linking aid in curing systems
Specialty chemical synthesis: high-boiling reaction solvent
Its low volatility and high boiling point make it a carrier and reaction medium.

Commercial specifications

Technical grade is the most common commercial specification; high-purity grades available for specialty applications.

Other Names (Synonyms)

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What are the physical properties of Diethylene glycol diethyl ether?

Melting Point -44 °C

Boiling Point 188 °C @ Press: 760 Torr

Density 0.907 g/cm³ @ Temp: 20 °C

Flash Point 160 °F

Appearance colourless liquid.

Color Clear

Form Liquid

Water Solubility SOLUBLE

Vapor Pressure 0.5 mm Hg ( 20 °C)

Refractive Index n 20/D 1.412(lit.)

Log P 0.39 at 25℃

How is Diethylene glycol diethyl ether classified and handled safely? Learn More

Warning

GHS07· Irritant

Hazard Statements

H227 Combustible liquid

H315 Causes skin irritation

H319 Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary Statements

P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.

P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.

P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

P321 Specific treatment (see … on this label).

Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Diethylene glycol diethyl ether?

HS Code 29091900

Storage Class 10 - Combustible liquids

WGK (Germany) 2