- Production:
- Butyl Diglycol Acetate (BDGA) is produced by the acetylation of Butyl Diglycol. It is a colorless liquid with a mild ester-like odor and exhibits low volatility. BDGA is poorly soluble in water but highly soluble in organic solvents.
Applications:
- Chemical Industry: Used as a solvent, reactive agent, and plasticizer.
- Paints and Coatings: Serves as a solvent and coalescent agent in high-performance coatings.
- Printing Inks: Utilized in the formulation of printing inks for better flow and drying properties.
Properties of Butyl Diglycol Acetate (BDGA):
- Chemical Formula: C₈H₁₆O₄
- Molecular Weight: 176.21 g/mol
- Physical State: Colorless liquid
- Odor: Mild ester-like smell
- Solubility: Poorly soluble in water, highly soluble in organic solvents.
- Hazards: Non-flammable, but can cause skin and eye irritation upon contact.