Diethylene glycol monoethyl ether acetate

Diethylene glycol monoethyl ether acetate (CAS 112-15-2) is a glycol ether ester solvent commercially known as Carbitol Acetate, Ethyldiglycol Acetate, Ektasolve DE Acetate, and Ethyl Carbitol Acetate. It carries no assigned E-code and is registered under EC 203-940-1 with the molecular formula C8H16O4.

In printing inks and coatings, it dissolves nitrocellulose and acrylic resins while slowing evaporation rate to improve flow and levelling. In polymer formulations, it functions as a reactive diluent and crosslinking co-solvent, supporting cure uniformity in epoxy and UV-curable systems. Personal care formulators use it as a humectant and carrier solvent for fragrance and active ingredients.

This material is supplied as a clear liquid in compliance with REACH registration requirements and is available in standard drum and IBC packaging. Buyers should confirm grade specification against relevant purity standards prior to procurement. HS code 29189090 applies for EU import and export classification.