Ethoxy Propanol

Description

Ethoxy Propanol (also known as propylene glycol ether;  Arcosolv PE; ethyl proxitol; and propylene glycol monoethyl ether) is a clear liquid that has a characteristic ether-like odour.  It has the formula C5H12O2 and it is miscible with water, is hygroscopic, and it also provides good solvency for a wide variety of substances, including resins, inks, and adhesives.

Resin
As a solvent

Paint and Coating
As levelling and coalescent agent

Printing Ink
As levelling and coalescent agent

Cleaning
As a solvent