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Propylene Glycol Mono Ethyl/Ethoxy Propanol (PE)

Polyethylene glycol monoethyl/Ethoxy propanol (PE) is a clear liquid with an ether-like odor. The substance is hygroscopic and miscible with water. Besides providing good solvency, its bi-functional properties make it ideal for resins, inks, and adhesives.

How is ethoxy propanol made?

Ethoxy Propanol belongs to the Propylene Glycol Ether family. Propylene glycol ethers are formed due to the reaction of propylene oxide with alcohols under the influence of a base catalyst.

What are the properties of ethoxy propanol?

Following are the properties of ethoxy propanol;

  • It is a clear liquid 
  • It smells vaguely like ether. 
  • It is 99% pure.
  • Ethoxy propanol is primarily used in resin, agrochemical, printing, and cleaning industries.