PEG 1000 MONOBUTYL ETHER (LUTENSOL VPUM)
PEG 1000 Monobutyl Ether (Lutensol VPUM)
Polyethylene glycol monobutyl ether
Butoxypolyethyleneglycol
Butoxy Polyethylene Glycol
BPEG 1000
B-PEG 1000
Technical Datasheet
PEG 1000 Monobutyl Ether is a higher molecular weight variant of the PEG monobutyl ether series.
PEG 1000 Monobutyl Ether contains approximately 20-23 ethylene oxide (EO) units, giving it distinct physical and chemical properties compared to its lower molecular weight counterparts.
Key Properties of PEG 1000 Monobutyl Ether
Appearance: PEG 1000 Monobutyl Ether is typically a waxy solid or semi-solid at room temperature.
Melting Point of PEG 1000 Monobutyl Ether: 35-40°C, indicating a transition from solid to liquid phase within this temperature range.
Solubility of PEG 1000 Monobutyl Ether: Soluble in water due to multiple ethylene glycol units.
PEG 1000 Monobutyl Ether is also soluble in many organic solvents, making it versatile for various formulations.
Emulsifying and Solubilizing Ability: PEG 1000 Monobutyl Ether is effective as a non-ionic surfactant, aiding in emulsifying oil and water-based formulations.
Low Volatility: PEG 1000 Monobutyl Ether is stable and does not quickly evaporate, even at higher temperatures.
Applications of PEG 1000 Monobutyl Ether
Cosmetics and Personal Care:
PEG 1000 Monobutyl Ether is a thickening agent, emulsifier, and solubilizer in creams, lotions, and other personal care products.
Pharmaceuticals:
PEG 1000 Monobutyl Ether is used as a solubilizer and excipient in certain drug formulations, where its higher melting point can be beneficial.
Industrial Uses:
PEG 1000 Monobutyl Ether is a surfactant in various industrial applications, including paint additives, coatings, and lubricant formulations.
Textiles:
PEG 1000 Monobutyl Ether enhances dye penetration and wetting in textile processing.
Chemical name: Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-butyl-.omega.-hydroxy-
CAS Number: 9004-77-7
EC / List no.: 500-012-0
CAS no.: 9004-77-7
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), α-butyl-ω-hydroxy-
Polyethylene glycol monobutyl ether.
Polyethylene glycol monobutyl ether acts as a solvent.
Polyethylene glycol monobutyl ether is a colorless and transparent liquid.
Polyethylene glycol monobutyl ether can dissolve other substances in itself.
Polyethylene glycol monobutyl ether is used for nitrocellulose and synthetic resins.
Polyethylene glycol monobutyl ether applications include paints, enamels, and paint stripping.
IUPAC names
(OLIGOMER) Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl),alpha-butyl-omega-hydroxy (consisting of 50 wt % or more of species of the same m. wt.)
2-butoxyethanol
Butanol, ethoxylated
Butanol, ethoxylated~
ethanol, 2-butoxy-, manufacture of, by-products from
Monohydroxy polyalkylated alcohol
Poly(ethylene glycol) butyl ether
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-butyl-.omega.-hydroxv-
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), a-butyl-w-hydroxy-
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), alpha-butyl-omega-hydroxy-
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), α-butyl-.omega.-hydroxy-
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), α-butyl-ω-hydroxy-
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl),a-butyl-w-hydroxy-
Polyethylene glycol butyl ether
Polyethylene glycol monobutyl ether
polyethylene glycol monobutyl ether
Polyethylenglykolmonobutylether
UVCB substance. IUPAC name not applicable
Trade names
BTG HS
Butoxypolyglycol
Butyltriglykolether BF
Glycol Ether HB
Physical and Chemical Properties
Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Form: pasty
Colour: colourless to yellowish
Odour: faint specific odour
Odour threshold: No data available.
pH value: 7 (50 g/l, 40 °C)
melting range: 35 - 40 °C
Boiling point: not applicable
Flash point: > 100 °C (DIN 51758)
Evaporation rate: No data available.
Flammability: not self-igniting
Lower explosion limit: For solids not relevant for classification and labelling.
Upper explosion limit: For solids not relevant for classification and labeling.
Ignition temperature: > 200 °C (DIN 51794)
Vapour pressure: < 0,1 hPa (20 °C)
Density: approx. 1,0 g/cm3 (40 °C)
Relative density: No data available.
Relative vapour density (air): not determined
Solubility in water: completely soluble
Solubility (qualitative) solvent(s): alcohols soluble
Solubility (quantitative) solvent(s): polar solvents soluble
Partitioning coefficient n-octanol/water (log Kow): not determined
Self-ignition: not self-igniting
Thermal decomposition: > 300 °C
Viscosity, dynamic: < 1.000 mPa.s (30 °C)
