What Is Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether (EGBE / 2-Butoxyethanol)?
- Highest KB value (~70) in the short-chain E-series - strongest solvency for oils, greases, waxes, alkyd resins, and organic soils; dominant coupling solvent in household and institutional cleaning products globally; premier coalescing agent in waterborne architectural coatings.
- Not classified as Repr. 1B/2 under EU CLP - no REACH Annex XVII consumer restriction; fully eligible for use in EU consumer and professional product formulations, distinguishing it from EGME (Repr. 1B) and EGEE (Repr. 1B).
- Aviation FSII (Fuel System Icing Inhibitor) - approved under ASTM D1655 (Jet A/Jet A-1) and DEF STAN 91-091 at 0.10–0.15% v/v to prevent ice crystal formation in aviation turbine fuel systems at high altitude. Precursor to EGBEA (Butyl Cellosolve Acetate, CAS 112-07-2) via esterification with acetic acid.
Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether (EGBE, CAS 111-76-2) - widely known as 2-Butoxyethanol or Butyl Cellosolve - is produced by the reaction of ethylene oxide with n-butanol under base or acid catalysis. Its molecular formula is C₆H₁₄O₂ (MW 118.17 g/mol). EGBE is the highest-chain member of the short-chain E-series glycol ether family, with a butyl end-group that delivers the strongest non-polar solvency, highest KB value (~70), and lowest vapor pressure among EGME, EGEE, EGPE, and EGBE - while retaining full water miscibility and the characteristic amphiphilic coupling power of the E-series.
EGBE is a clear, colorless liquid with a mild ether-alcohol odor, fully miscible with water and all common organic solvents. Its boiling point of 168–173 °C and flash point of ~61 °C position it in a uniquely valuable intermediate evaporation zone - slow enough for excellent film flow and open time in coatings, yet volatile enough to fully evaporate from dried films and cleaned surfaces under ambient conditions. This combination has made EGBE one of the world's most widely produced and consumed glycol ether solvents, with applications spanning waterborne coatings, household glass and multi-purpose cleaners, industrial degreasers, printing inks, agrochemical formulations, automotive de-icing fluids, and aviation turbine fuel anti-icing.
EGBE does not carry a Repr. 1B classification under EU CLP. US buyers should note that EGBE is listed as a Hazardous Air Pollutant (HAP) under the US Clean Air Act Section 112(b) - this applies to large industrial emission sources and imposes air monitoring/reporting obligations on qualifying facilities, but does not restrict purchase, formulation, or sale of EGBE-containing products. Sinolook provides full HAP regulatory documentation for US customers. Purity ≥99.0% (≥99.5% on request), ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified, with full COA, GHS SDS, and complete DG export compliance (Class 3 Flammable Liquid).
Key Performance Advantages of EGBE / 2-Butoxyethanol
Six properties explain why EGBE has become the world's highest-volume commercial glycol ether solvent - combining the strongest solvency in its series with a balanced evaporation rate, full water miscibility, non-Repr.1B regulatory status, and unique approvals in aviation and automotive specialty applications.
💪 Highest KB Value in E-Series - Strongest Non-Polar Solvency
EGBE's n-butyl end-group provides the strongest hydrophobic character among the short-chain E-series glycol ethers (EGME, EGEE, EGPE, EGBE), delivering the highest Kauri-Butanol value (~70) in the series and the greatest solvency for non-polar oils, greases, waxes, alkyd resins, synthetic lubricants, and organic soils. This powerful solvency explains its dominant role in household cleaning products (greasy kitchen soil, adhesive stains), industrial metal degreasers (cutting oils, hydraulic fluids, drawing compounds), and solvent-borne coating systems (alkyd enamel, epoxy-polyamide, two-component polyurethane). Combined with full water miscibility, EGBE simultaneously dissolves hydrophobic soils and remains in aqueous dilution - a coupling efficiency that no purely hydrophobic solvent can replicate.
🎨 Premier Coalescing Agent in Waterborne Coatings
In waterborne latex and acrylic coatings, EGBE is the most widely used coalescing agent globally - plasticizing latex polymer particles to reduce MFFT (minimum film formation temperature), enabling defect-free film formation in cold-weather application (spring/autumn painting seasons), improving adhesion to previously painted substrates, and extending the wet edge for brushing and rolling on large architectural surfaces. Relatively slow evaporation vs. primary diluents (water, alcohol) ensures EGBE remains active throughout the coalescence window. In solvent-borne industrial coatings, EGBE improves resin compatibility, reduces viscosity, displaces surface moisture from marginally prepared steel, and promotes metallic/pearl pigment orientation in automotive refinish systems. Also used as a flow modifier in UV-curable coating systems.
🧹 Core Active in Household & Institutional Cleaning
EGBE is the active ingredient in the world's most widely recognized household and institutional cleaning products - multi-purpose cleaners, glass cleaners, bathroom surface cleaners, and floor strippers. At use concentrations of 1–10% in ready-to-use cleaners, EGBE rapidly dissolves greasy soils, fatty residues, adhesive stains, and organic deposits without leaving residues or streaks. In glass cleaners, its fast grease-cutting action, complete water miscibility, and minimal residue after evaporation produce streak-free surfaces that are the defining performance benchmark of the category. In floor stripper concentrates (5–25% EGBE), powerful solvency for floor wax polymers and adhesive residues enables rapid soil removal. Fully compatible with alkaline builders, sequestrants, surfactants, and fragrances used across all hard surface cleaning product formats.
✈️ Aviation FSII - ASTM D1655 & DEF STAN Approved
A technically unique application unavailable to any other glycol ether solvent: EGBE is an approved Fuel System Icing Inhibitor (FSII) in aviation turbine fuels (jet fuel) under ASTM D1655 (Jet A / Jet A-1 specification) and DEF STAN 91-091. Added at 0.10–0.15% v/v, EGBE prevents ice crystal formation in aircraft fuel systems at high-altitude, low-temperature operating conditions where entrained water droplets would otherwise freeze and block fuel filters - a safety-critical function that has made EGBE a standard aviation fuel additive for decades. Also used in de-icing windshield washer fluid concentrates and automotive de-icing formulations, where its solvency for frost and ice deposits combined with compatibility with methanol and isopropanol co-solvents provides effective low-temperature windshield performance.
✅ Non-Repr.1B EU Classification - Consumer Product Eligible
EGBE is not classified as a reproductive toxicant under EU CLP Regulation - carrying no Repr. 1B/2 (H360D) designation and no REACH Annex XVII consumer product restriction. This distinguishes it from EGME (CAS 109-86-4, Repr. 1B) and EGEE (CAS 110-80-5, Repr. 1B), both restricted in EU consumer products under Annex XVII Entry 30. EGBE's non-Repr.1B status enables its widespread use in EU consumer cleaning products, architectural paints, and personal care formulations without additional CMR risk management obligations. REACH registered (EC 203-905-0); Not SVHC listed. US buyers: EGBE is listed as a US EPA HAP (Hazardous Air Pollutant) - applicable to large industrial emitters only; does not restrict purchase or product formulation use. Sinolook provides full HAP regulatory documentation.
⚗️ EGBEA Precursor & Controlled Evaporation Profile
EGBE is the direct precursor to Butyl Cellosolve Acetate (EGBEA, Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether Acetate, CAS 112-07-2) - esterification of EGBE with acetic acid yields a slower-evaporating, less polar companion solvent for high-performance automotive refinishing and industrial maintenance coatings requiring maximum flow, leveling, and open time. EGBE and EGBEA are frequently formulated together to engineer a precisely balanced evaporation profile across the full drying cycle. Sinolook supplies EGBEA as a companion product - contact our team for specifications and availability. EGBE's boiling point (168–173 °C) and corresponding evaporation rate also make it faster-drying than DEGBE (BP ~230 °C), enabling complete film drying under ambient conditions without relying on forced-air or elevated-temperature cure cycles.
📌 EGME vs EGEE vs EGPE vs EGBE - E-Series Short-Chain Comparison
| Property | EGME (109-86-4) | EGEE (110-80-5) | EGPE (2807-30-9) | EGBE (111-76-2) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| End Group | Methyl | Ethyl | n-Propyl | n-Butyl ★ |
| Boiling Point | 124–125 °C | 133–138 °C | 148–153 °C | 168–173 °C ★ Slowest |
| Flash Point | ~39 °C | ~40 °C | ~52 °C | ~61 °C ★ Highest |
| KB Value (approx.) | ~100 | ~90 | ~80 | ~70 ★ Best non-polar solvency |
| EU Repr. Classification | Repr. 1B (H360D) ⚠ | Repr. 1B (H360D) ⚠ | Not classified ✓ | Not classified ✓ ★ |
| REACH Annex XVII | Restricted ⚠ | Restricted ⚠ | No restriction ✓ | No restriction ✓ ★ |
| US HAP Status | Not listed | Not listed | Not listed | HAP listed (large emitters only) ⚠ |
| Primary Strength | Highest KB (restricted) | Strong solvency (restricted) | EGEE substitute, intermediate evap. | Best all-round: KB + open time + non-Repr.1B + aviation FSII ★ |
EGBE / 2-Butoxyethanol Uses & Applications
No other single glycol ether solvent spans as many diverse industrial applications as EGBE (CAS 111-76-2) - from the world's most widely sold household glass cleaners to aviation jet fuel safety additives. Seven primary markets reflect its unique combination of high solvency, balanced evaporation, water miscibility, and non-Repr.1B regulatory eligibility.
Paints, Coatings & Automotive Refinishing
World's most widely used coalescing agent in waterborne latex and acrylic coating systems - reducing MFFT, enabling cold-weather film formation, improving adhesion, and extending wet edge for architectural brush/roller application. In solvent-borne industrial maintenance coatings (alkyd enamels, epoxy-polyamide, two-component polyurethane), improves resin compatibility, reduces viscosity, displaces surface moisture from steel substrates, and promotes metallic pigment orientation. In automotive OEM and refinishing systems, contributes to improved gloss, enhanced metallic and pearl effect development, and controlled flash-off between coats. Also used as a flow modifier in UV-curable coating systems. Precursor to EGBEA (Butyl Cellosolve Acetate, CAS 112-07-2) for maximum open-time premium coating systems.
Household & Institutional Cleaning Products
Core active ingredient in the world's most widely sold household and institutional cleaning formulations - multi-purpose cleaners, glass cleaners, bathroom surface cleaners, and heavy-duty floor strippers. At 1–10% in ready-to-use formats, EGBE rapidly dissolves greasy soils, fatty food residues, adhesive stains, and organic deposits on glass, hard surfaces, and appliances. Streak-free glass cleaning at low concentrations is EGBE's signature household performance attribute. In floor stripper concentrates (5–25%), powerful solvency for floor wax polymer and adhesive residue removal. Fully compatible with alkaline builders, chelating agents, nonionic surfactants, and fragrances across all hard surface cleaning product formats. Used safely in consumer products for decades; approved for consumer cleaning product use in EU, US, and major Asia-Pacific markets.
Industrial Metal Degreasing & Surface Preparation
Active component in aqueous degreasing concentrates for metal parts cleaning before painting, plating, or powder coating - dissolving cutting oils, hydraulic fluids, metalworking lubricants, stamping compounds, and adhesive residues with high efficacy at moderate concentrations. Low foaming tendency vs. surfactant-based cleaning systems suits EGBE to spray washer and ultrasonic cleaning equipment in automotive manufacturing wash lines (body panels, engine components, transmission parts) and precision engineering metal preparation. In electronics assembly, used in flux removal and PCB cleaning formulations compatible with FR-4, polyimide, and common solder flux chemistries. Water-rinsable formulations leave no hydrocarbon residue - critical for plating and painting adhesion.
Aviation FSII & Automotive De-Icing
EGBE's most technically specialized application - approved Fuel System Icing Inhibitor (FSII) in aviation turbine fuels under ASTM D1655 (Jet A / Jet A-1) and DEF STAN 91-091. At 0.10–0.15% v/v in jet fuel, EGBE prevents ice crystal nucleation and filter blocking in aircraft fuel systems at high-altitude, sub-zero operating temperatures where entrained water droplets would otherwise freeze - a safety-critical function that has supported decades of commercial aviation safety. No other E-series glycol ether holds ASTM D1655 / DEF STAN approval as a jet fuel additive. In automotive applications: de-icing windshield washer fluid concentrates (solvency for frost and ice deposits, compatible with methanol/isopropanol co-solvents), automotive cleaning concentrates, brake fluid formulations, and engine compartment degreasers.
Printing Inks & Agrochemical Formulations
In water-based flexographic and gravure printing inks, EGBE functions as a retarder solvent extending open time on printing plates and anilox rolls, reducing plugging and improving ink transfer and substrate wetting on high-speed printing equipment. Coupling efficiency bridges the aqueous continuous phase with hydrophobic resin particles, improving ink stability and reducing pigment flocculation during high-shear printing. Compatible with polyurethane, acrylic, and polyamide water-based ink resin systems. In agrochemical EC and SL formulations for herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, EGBE dissolves lipophilic active ingredients and improves emulsification stability and spray wetting/penetration on plant surfaces. Non-Repr.1B status supports use in EU-market crop protection product formulations where EGME and EGEE face co-formulant restrictions.
Chemical Synthesis & EGBEA Intermediate
Reaction solvent in specialty ester, surfactant, and polymer synthesis - medium-high boiling point (168–173 °C) enables use at elevated temperatures without pressure vessels. Direct chemical precursor to Butyl Cellosolve Acetate (EGBEA, CAS 112-07-2) - esterification of EGBE with acetic acid yields a slower-evaporating companion solvent for high-performance automotive refinishing and industrial coatings with maximum flow and open time. EGBE and EGBEA are frequently formulated together for precise evaporation profile engineering. Sinolook supplies EGBEA as a companion product. Also used as carrier solvent in hydraulic fluids and metalworking fluid formulations requiring a water-miscible, moderate-evaporation solvent, and in specialty fuel and lubricant additive formulations.
Technical Specifications & COA
Sinolook's Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether is manufactured under strict quality control with every production batch tested against the parameters below. A full Certificate of Analysis (COA), EGBE SDS / MSDS (GHS-compliant, multi-language), and Technical Data Sheet (TDS) are provided with every shipment, alongside complete DG export documentation. Higher-purity grade (≥99.5%) available on request.
EGBE (2-Butoxyethanol / Butyl Cellosolve, CAS 111-76-2) - Quality Specifications & Typical COA
| Parameter | Specification | Typical COA Result |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear, colorless liquid, free of suspended matter | Clear colorless liquid |
| Purity (GC), wt% | ≥99.0% | 99.1 – 99.5% |
| Water Content (Karl Fischer), wt% | ≤0.1% | 0.03 – 0.07% |
| Density (20 °C), g/cm³ | 0.896 – 0.906 | 0.899 – 0.903 |
| Boiling Point, °C | 168.0 – 173.0 °C (1 atm) | 169 – 172 °C |
| Flash Point (closed cup), °C | ~61 °C | 59 – 63 °C |
| Refractive Index (20 °C, n20/D) | 1.419 – 1.422 | 1.4195 – 1.4215 |
| Color (Pt-Co / APHA) | ≤10 | ≤5 |
| Viscosity (25 °C), mPa·s | ~2.9 | 2.7 – 3.1 |
| Acidity (as acetic acid), wt% | ≤0.003% | <0.001% |
| Residue on Evaporation, wt% | ≤0.005% | <0.002% |
Higher-Purity Grade (≥99.5%): Available for specialty coatings, aviation fuel additive qualification, and demanding formulation applications on request. Standard Packaging: 185 kg UN-approved iron drums; 1,000 kg IBC tanks; bulk ISO tank containers. DG Classification: Class 3 Flammable Liquid, UN 2369 (or UN 3082 per carrier), PG III - all IMDG/ADR/IATA DG documentation included. Companion product EGBEA (Butyl Cellosolve Acetate, CAS 112-07-2) available - combined EGBE + EGBEA quotation on request.
EGBE SDS, Safety & Regulatory Classification
EGBE has a well-characterized safety profile from decades of widespread industrial and consumer use. Key regulatory status: not a reproductive toxicant (no Repr. 1B/2 under EU CLP), Class 3 Flammable Liquid (flash point ~61 °C, DG transport required), REACH registered (EC 203-905-0), not SVHC listed, not Prop 65 listed. US EPA HAP listing applies to large industrial emitters only and does not restrict product use. Occupational exposure limits apply: ACGIH TLV-TWA 20 ppm; EU OEL 20 ppm. EGBE SDS / MSDS are GHS-compliant and available in English, German, French, Spanish, and Chinese.
| Safety / Regulatory Parameter | Value / Notes |
|---|---|
| GHS Classification | Flam. Liq. 3 (H226); Acute Tox. 4 (H302, H312, H332); Eye Irrit. 2 (H319); Skin Irrit. 2 (H315) - not classified as reproductive toxicant |
| GHS Signal Word | WARNING |
| Flash Point & Transport | ~61 °C (cc) - Class 3 Flammable Liquid; UN 2369 (or UN 3082 per carrier); PG III; IMDG / ADR / IATA compliant DG documentation provided with every shipment |
| Reproductive Toxicity | Not classified - no Repr. 1B/2 designation; no REACH Annex XVII consumer product restriction |
| Occupational Exposure Limits | ACGIH TLV-TWA: 20 ppm (97 mg/m³); EU OEL: 20 ppm - ensure adequate local exhaust ventilation in processing environments; EGBE vapors can accumulate in poorly ventilated confined spaces |
| US HAP Status | Listed as Hazardous Air Pollutant (HAP) under US Clean Air Act Section 112(b), 40 CFR Part 63. Applies to large industrial emission sources - imposes air monitoring, reporting, and control requirements on qualifying facilities. Does not restrict purchase, formulation, or sale of EGBE or EGBE-containing products. Sinolook provides TSCA confirmation, Prop 65 statement, and HAP regulatory information. |
| EU REACH Status | REACH registered (EC 203-905-0); Not SVHC listed; No Annex XVII restriction; REACH compliance letter available on request |
| Aviation Approvals | Approved as FSII additive in aviation turbine fuel under ASTM D1655 (Jet A / Jet A-1) and DEF STAN 91-091 at 0.10–0.15% v/v |
| PPE Required | Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile/neoprene); safety goggles; local exhaust ventilation; avoid prolonged skin contact (can be absorbed through intact skin); no smoking/eating/drinking in handling areas; keep away from ignition sources |
| Storage | Cool, dry, well-ventilated area; <35 °C; grounded, bonded containers; adequate ventilation to prevent vapor accumulation; sealed containers; segregate from strong oxidizers and concentrated acids; shelf life 24 months |
| Request SDS / COA / TDS | sales@sinolookchem.com or WhatsApp +86 134 0071 5622 - issued within 24 hours |
EGBE Price, Packaging & B2B Supply
Ethylene glycol monobutyl ether price depends on grade, volume, packaging, and Incoterms. As a direct manufacturer with high-volume EGBE production capacity, Sinolook offers transparent volume-tiered pricing with no distributor markups and competitive freight rates on Class 3 DG shipments. Request a customized EGBE / 2-butoxyethanol price quote - 24-hour response.
| Order Volume | Packaging | Included Services |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 – 5 kg (Sample) | UN-approved sample container | COA, EGBE SDS/MSDS, TDS; nominal charge refundable against first commercial order |
| 1 MT – 20 MT (Regular) | 185 kg UN-approved iron drums / 1,000 kg IBC tanks | Volume discount; full DG documentation; dedicated account manager; REACH / HAP regulatory documentation |
| 20 MT+ (Bulk / Contract) | ISO tank containers (bulk DG) | Best EGBE price; fixed-price annual supply contract; reserved production capacity; SGS/Intertek/BV inspection available |
📦 MOQ & Grades
1 MT MOQ. Standard ≥99.0%; high-purity ≥99.5% on request. Samples 0.5–5 kg refundable. Note: 185 kg drums (standard EGBE industry drum size).
🚢 Delivery Terms
EXW, FOB, CFR, CIF, DAP, DDP. Ex-Shanghai, Tianjin, Qingdao, Guangzhou, Ningbo. Full IMDG/ADR/IATA Class 3 DG compliance on all shipments.
⏱ Lead Time
Price quote within 24 hours. Production and export: 7–15 business days. Expedited orders accommodated. Inventory buffers for contract customers. Shelf life 24 months.
🔍 Inspection
SGS, Intertek, or Bureau Veritas at buyer's cost. Notify at order placement. Pre-shipment COA issued for all orders. Full QMS and batch traceability.
- ✓ ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 certified - every batch QC tested for GC purity, Karl Fischer, density, refractive index, color, flash point, and viscosity; high-volume dedicated EGBE production lines
- ✓ Full DG export documentation: COA, SDS/MSDS (multi-language), TDS, DG declaration (UN 2369/UN 3082), Certificate of Origin, packing list, commercial invoice, bill of lading
- ✓ EU REACH compliance letter (EC 203-905-0), SVHC declaration, non-Repr.1B confirmation, and Annex XVII eligibility statement available on request
- ✓ US regulatory documentation: TSCA inventory confirmation, Prop 65 status statement, US EPA HAP regulatory information package for facility compliance teams
- ✓ Companion product EGBEA (Butyl Cellosolve Acetate, CAS 112-07-2) available - combined EGBE + EGBEA quotation and shipment on request
- ✓ Full E-series portfolio: EGPE · EGBE - and full Carbitol series: DEGMME · DEGEE · DEGPE · DEGBE - consolidated shipments and series selection guidance available
Frequently Asked Questions About EGBE / 2-Butoxyethanol
Technical and commercial questions about Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether / Butyl Cellosolve / 2-Butoxyethanol (CAS 111-76-2) from B2B buyers in coatings, cleaning products, aviation, and industrial applications.
What is Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether (EGBE / 2-Butoxyethanol) and what is it used for?
Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether (EGBE, CAS 111-76-2) - also known as 2-Butoxyethanol or Butyl Cellosolve - is the highest-chain short-chain E-series glycol ether, with the series' strongest non-polar solvency (KB ~70), boiling point 168–173 °C, flash point ~61 °C, and full water miscibility. It is one of the world's most widely produced glycol ether solvents. Primary uses: coalescing agent and MFFT reducer in waterborne architectural and automotive coatings (largest market); core active ingredient in household multi-purpose cleaners and glass cleaners (1–10% use concentration, streak-free performance); heavy-duty floor stripper concentrate (5–25%); metal degreasing in industrial spray washers and automotive manufacturing wash lines; aviation FSII additive in Jet A/Jet A-1 fuel (ASTM D1655 approved); printing ink retarder in flexo/gravure inks; agrochemical EC/SL co-solvent; and precursor to EGBEA (Butyl Cellosolve Acetate).
What are the synonyms and CAS number for EGBE?
The EGBE CAS number is 111-76-2 (EC 203-905-0). Synonyms include 2-Butoxyethanol (most widely used IUPAC-based name), Butyl Cellosolve (historic Union Carbide trade name, still widely used commercially), Ethylene Glycol n-Butyl Ether, Butyl Glycol, Glycol Monobutyl Ether, and BCS (Butyl Cellosolve Solvent). EGMBE is also used by some suppliers. In procurement, always specify CAS 111-76-2 to avoid confusion with DEGBE (CAS 112-34-5, Butyl Carbitol - diethylene glycol butyl ether), EGPE (CAS 2807-30-9, propyl ether), or EGBEA (CAS 112-07-2, the acetate ester).
What is Butyl Cellosolve Acetate (EGBEA) and how does it relate to EGBE?
Butyl Cellosolve Acetate (EGBEA, Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether Acetate, CAS 112-07-2) is produced by esterification of EGBE with acetic acid - a slower-evaporating, less polar companion solvent for high-performance automotive refinishing and premium industrial maintenance coatings requiring maximum flow, leveling, and open time. EGBE and EGBEA are frequently used together in coating formulations to engineer a precisely balanced evaporation profile across the full drying cycle: EGBE provides faster initial flash-off while EGBEA extends the final open time for maximum film flow. Sinolook supplies EGBEA as a companion product to EGBE - contact sales@sinolookchem.com for specifications, availability, and combined quotation.
What is the difference between EGBE and DEGBE?
EGBE (CAS 111-76-2, Butyl Cellosolve) and DEGBE (CAS 112-34-5, Butyl Carbitol) share the same n-butyl end-group but differ in glycol backbone: EGBE has a single ethylene glycol unit; DEGBE has a diethylene glycol backbone, giving it a much higher boiling point (~230 °C vs 168–173 °C), lower vapor pressure, and higher flash point (~78 °C vs ~61 °C). DEGBE evaporates significantly more slowly than EGBE - preferred in coatings requiring very long open time or high-temperature application, or in hot-tank cleaning baths. EGBE evaporates faster, delivering stronger solvency, faster film drying under ambient conditions, and the streak-free clean performance critical in glass cleaning. EGBE is also the only one with aviation FSII approval. Sinolook supplies both EGBE and DEGBE; contact our technical team for guidance on optimal grade selection.
How is EGBE classified for dangerous goods shipping?
EGBE is classified as a Class 3 Flammable Liquid for international transport. UN Number: 2369 (or UN 3082 where environmentally hazardous classification is applied by specific carriers); Packing Group III; Flash Point ~61 °C. Sea freight: IMDG Code. Air freight: IATA DGR Class 3. Road (EU): ADR regulations. Sinolook has high-volume EGBE export experience and provides all required DG documentation with every shipment: DG declaration, EGBE SDS, UN-approved packaging certification (185 kg drums or IBC tanks), Certificate of Origin, and full export documentation package. Confirm your destination and preferred Incoterms at inquiry for an all-inclusive DG freight quote.
How do I get an EGBE price quote or sample?
Qualification samples (0.5–5 kg) at a nominal charge refundable against the first commercial order. Standard grade ≥99.0%; high-purity ≥99.5% on request.
- Step 1: Contact us with requirements - grade (≥99.0% or ≥99.5%), quantity, packaging, Incoterms, destination port, and any regulatory documentation needs (REACH, HAP, aviation spec data, etc.).
- Step 2: Receive complete EGBE price quote within 24 hours - unit price, DG packaging, freight estimate, lead time (7–15 days), documentation scope.
- Step 3: Request qualification samples. Ask about EGBEA (Butyl Cellosolve Acetate) for comparative evaluation of the acetate companion solvent.
- Step 4: Confirm order - Sinolook handles production, UN-approved Class 3 DG packaging, full export and DG documentation, and freight booking end-to-end.
- Step 5: Receive shipment with complete documentation. REACH compliance letters, US HAP regulatory package, aviation spec data, and third-party inspection (SGS/Intertek/BV) available on request.
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