2-Butoxyethanol
Also known as: 2-Butoxyethanol, Butyl Cellosolve, Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether, Butyl Glycol, 2-Butoxy-1-ethanol, 2-n-Butoxyethanol, Ethylene glycol butyl ether, EGBE, BCS solvent, Dowanol EB
2-Butoxyethanol (CAS 111-76-2) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H14O2 and a molecular weight of 118.174 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -70 °C, a boiling point of 167.7±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 60.0±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H312 — Harmful in contact with skin and H332 — Harmful if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 111-76-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-3048-5
- Molecular Formula
- C6H14O2
- Molecular Weight
- 118.174 g/mol
- Category
- Solvents
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -70 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 167.7±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 60.0±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 118.099380 |
| PSA | 29.46000 |
| LogP | 0.80 |
| Additional Property | 4.1 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.6±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.418 |
| Additional Property | miscible |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2909499000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2909499000. ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:9.0%. . MFN tariff:5.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-Butoxyethanol?
The CAS number of 2-Butoxyethanol is 111-76-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Butoxyethanol?
2-Butoxyethanol has molecular formula C6H14O2 and molecular weight 118.174 g/mol.
Is 2-Butoxyethanol hazardous?
2-Butoxyethanol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin; H332 — Harmful if inhaled.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Butoxyethanol?
For 2-Butoxyethanol, Upstream Products: Ethylene glycol, Butyraldehyde, Tetraethylene glycol; Downstream Products: 2-butoxyethyl oleate, Serotonin, Bis(2-butoxyethyl) sebacate.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-Butoxyethanol (CAS 111-76-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-3048-5 (accessed 2026-11-06).
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