Ethylene glycol monopropyl ether
CAS 2807-30-9
EC 220-548-6
Formula C5H12O2
MW 104.15 g/mol
Alcohols & Glycols Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants & ElastomersPrinting & PackagingPersonal Care & Cosmetics Cross-linking & CuringSolvent & CarrierAntioxidant & StabilizerFlavoring & Acidulant
Description
Ethylene Glycol Monopropyl Ether (CAS 2807-30-9, EC 220-548-6), also known commercially as Ektasolve EP and Propoxyethanol, is a glycol ether solvent with the molecular formula C5H12O2. It carries no assigned E-code and is commonly referenced by the abbreviation 2-PE in formulation and procurement contexts.
In coatings and printing inks, it functions as a coalescing solvent that improves film formation by slowing evaporation and enhancing resin compatibility. In adhesive and sealant systems, it acts as a crosslinker, participating in curing reactions that build network structure and improve bond durability. Personal care formulators use it as a carrier solvent to solubilise fragrance components and active ingredients.
This material is supplied as a liquid and is registered under REACH. Procurement teams should confirm supplier documentation for grade specification, SDS compliance, and available packaging formats, which typically range from drums to IBC containers. No FCC or Ph.Eur. monograph applies to this substance.
In coatings and printing inks, it functions as a coalescing solvent that improves film formation by slowing evaporation and enhancing resin compatibility. In adhesive and sealant systems, it acts as a crosslinker, participating in curing reactions that build network structure and improve bond durability. Personal care formulators use it as a carrier solvent to solubilise fragrance components and active ingredients.
This material is supplied as a liquid and is registered under REACH. Procurement teams should confirm supplier documentation for grade specification, SDS compliance, and available packaging formats, which typically range from drums to IBC containers. No FCC or Ph.Eur. monograph applies to this substance.
Physical Properties
| Melting Point | -90 °C |
| Boiling Point | 150-152 °C @ Press: 760 Torr |
| Density | 0.9112 g/cm³ @ Temp: 20 °C |
| Flash Point | 120 °F |
| Appearance | oily colourless odourless liquid |
| Color | Clear colorless to yellow |
| Form | Liquid |
| Water Solubility | 100vol% at 20℃[vol%] |
| Vapor Pressure | 1.3 mm Hg ( 20 °C) |
| Refractive Index | n 20/D 1.413(lit.) |
| Log P | 0.673 at 40℃ and pH7 |
Safety & Handling (Learn More)
Danger GHS07 GHS02 GHS06 GHS08
H
H226H311H312H319H331H370H373
P
P210P233P240P241P242P243P260P261P262P264P270P271P280P316P317P319P321P405P501P264+P265P302+P352P304+P340P308+P316P337+P317P361+P364P362+P364P370+P378P403+P233P403+P235P303+P361+P353P305+P351+P338
Trade & Regulatory
| HS Code | 29094400 |
| UN Number | 1986 |
| ADR Class | 3 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Storage Class | 3 - Flammable liquids |
| WGK (Germany) | 1 |
Other Names
2-propoxyethanolEktasolve EPPropyl glycolPropoxyethanolN-PROPYL GLYCOL2-propoxy-ethano
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