Diethylene Glycol Dibutyl Ether (DEGDBE)
CAS 112-73-2
【Chemical Name】Diethylene Glycol Dibutyl Ether
【Chemical Synonyms】Dibutyl Carbitol; Bis(2-butoxyethyl) Ether; Butyl Diglyme; 2,2′-Dibutoxyethyl Ether
【CAS No.】112-73-2
【Molecular Formula】C₁₂H₂₆O₃
【Molecular Weight】218.33 g/mol
【Product Properties】
High-boiling, inert, aprotic solvent with low volatility and excellent coupling efficiency. Colorless transparent liquid with low viscosity and a high flash point (118 °C) for enhanced safety. Miscible with ethanol, acetone, and hydrocarbons; limited water solubility.
- Purity: ≥ 98.0% (GC)
- Density: 0.885 g/mL at 25 °C
- Boiling Point: 256 °C (lit.)
【Storage】Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area below +30 °C, away from ignition sources and oxidizing agents. Keep containers tightly closed when not in use.
【Packing】Available in standard industrial packaging: 190 kg net steel drums, IBC totes, or bulk tanker shipments. Custom packaging options available upon request.
【Application】
- Hydrometallurgy: Industrial standard solvent for selective Au(III) extraction from acidic chloride media, offering superior selectivity over base metals (e.g., Fe, Ga) with high loading capacity (≥60 g/dm³ Au).
- Coatings & Inks: Effective coalescent and coupling agent for waterborne coatings, printing inks, and cleaning formulations.
- Specialty Cleaning: Key component in grease/wax removers and low-flammability non-aqueous cleaning systems for electronic equipment.
- Electrolytes & Synthesis: Functions as a stable solvent in lithium battery electrolytes and lipase activation systems for biodiesel production.
【Product Specification】
| Parameter | Specification |
| :--- | :--- |
| Assay (GC) | ≥ 98.0% |
| Appearance | Clear, colorless liquid |
| Density (20 °C) | 0.882 – 0.884 g/cm³ |
| Peroxide (as H₂O₂) | ≤ 0.005% |
| Water Content | Complies with standard limits |