1-(2-METHOXY-1-METHYLETHOXY)-2-PROPANOL

1-(2-methoxy-1-methylethoxy)-2-propanol is a Polypropylene glycol ether of methyl alcohol.
1-(2-methoxy-1-methylethoxy)-2-propanol is colorless to Light-yellow Liquid.

CAS Number: 20324-32-7
EC Number: 252-104-2
IUPAC Name: 1-(1-methoxypropan-2-yloxy)propan-2-ol
Chemical Formula: C7H16O3

Other names: 20324-32-7, 2-Propanol, 1-(2-methoxy-1-methylethoxy)-, 1-((1-Methoxypropan-2-yl)oxy)propan-2-ol, 1-(2-Methoxy-1-methylethoxy)propan-2-ol, 1-(2-METHOXY-1-METHYLETHOXY)-2-PROPANOL, Dowanol DPM, Propanol, 1(or 2)-(2-methoxymethylethoxy)-, PPG-2 methyl ether, 1-(1-methoxypropan-2-yloxy)propan-2-ol, 1-[(1-METHOXYPROPAN-2-YL)OXY]PROPAN-2-OL, RQ1X8FMQ9N, EINECS 243-733-3, Forguard M, Kino-red, Arcosolv DPM, Methyl Dipropasol, Glysolv DPM, Ucar solvent 2LM, Dowanol-50B, DPGME, HISOLVE DPM, 1-(2-methoxy-1-methyl-ethoxy)propan-2-ol, UNII-RQ1X8FMQ9N, SCHEMBL16072, Bis(2-(methoxypropyl) ether, (2-Methoxymethylethoxy)propanol, DTXSID5027809, HSDB 2511, METHOXY DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL, Propanol, (2-methoxymethylethoxy)-, Dipropylene glycol, monomethyl ether, EINECS 252-104-2, MFCD19402265, AKOS013135992, BS-43827, DB-270750, 1-(2-methoxy ,1-methylethoxy)-propan-2-ol, NS00019460, EC 252-104-2, G71736, DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL MONOMETHYL ETHER [MI], Dipropylene glycol monomethyl ether (isomers mixture), Q26840877

1-(2-methoxy-1-methylethoxy)-2-propanol is obtained as an isomer mixture by reacting propylene oxide with a mixture of 1-methoxy-2-propanol (boiling point 120° C.) and 2-methoxy-1-propanol (boiling point 130° C.). 
1-(2-Methoxy-1-methylethoxy)-2-propanol and 1-(2-methoxypropoxy)-2-propanol– both stereoisomer mixtures – dominate with 90%.

USES and APPLICATIONS of 1-(2-METHOXY-1-METHYLETHOXY)-2-PROPANOL:
Indirect food additives
Paper and paperboard components

1-(2-methoxy-1-methylethoxy)-2-propanol uses and applications include: 
Solvent for paintscoatings, lacquers, resins, dyes, oilsgreases, cellulose, cleaners, inks, cosmetics, agriculture, epoxy laminates, adhesives, floor polish, fuel additives, antifreeze, oil field, mining, electronic chemicals, textile vat dyeingprinting; 
chemical intermediate (reacts with acids to form esters, oxidizing agents to form aldehydes or carboxylic acids, alkali metals to form alcoholates, aldehydes to form acetals); 

manufacturing of esters used as plasticizers; 
heat transfer fluid; 

wetting agent, soil penetrant in cleaners; 
paint remover additive; 

component in hydraulic fluids; 
in food packaging adhesives; 
adjuvant in slimicides in food-contact paper paperboard.

FUNCTIONS: 
Plasticizers,  
Resins,  
Acid,  
Additive.

CLASS: 
Plasticizers,  
Solvent.

INDUSTRY: 
Cosmetic,  
Adhesives,  
Cleaners. 

1-(2-methoxy-1-methylethoxy)-2-propanol is used as a solvent for printing inks, thinners and finishing agents in combination with methoxypropanol in paints and as a solvent in household chemicals and cosmetics.

Molecular Weight: 148.20    
XLogP3: -0.1    
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count: 1    
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 3    
Rotatable Bond Count: 5    

Exact Mass: 148.109944368    
Monoisotopic Mass: 148.109944368    
Topological Polar Surface Area: 38.7 Ų    
Heavy Atom Count: 10    
Formal Charge: 0    
Complexity: 75.3
Assay: 95.00 to 100.00
Food Chemicals Codex Listed: No
Soluble in: water, 4.936e+005 mg/L @ 25 °C (est)

Boiling point: 76-78 °C(Press: 10 Torr)
Density: 0.955±0.06 g/cm3
pka: 14.41±0.20
Molecular Weight: 148.200140 [g/mol]
Exact Mass: 148.11000
Boiling Point: 76 - 78 °C (10 mmHg), 90 - 91 °C (12 mmHg)
Flash Point: 76.7ºC
Density: 0.9596 g/cm³

Physical state: Polypropylene glycol methyl ether is an odorless colorless liquid. 
Mixes with water. 
Colour: no data available
Odour: no data available
Melting point/ freezing point: no data available
Boiling point or initial boiling point and boiling range: 76 - 78 u00b0C (10 mmHg), 90 - 91 u00b0C (12 mmHg)
Flammability: no data available
Lower and upper explosion limit / flammability limit: no data available
Flash point: 76.7u00baC
Auto-ignition temperature: no data available
Decomposition temperature: no data available

pH: no data available
Kinematic viscosity: no data available
Solubility: no data available
Partition coefficient n-octanol/water (log value): no data available
Vapour pressure: no data available
Density and/or relative density: 0.9596 g/cm3
Relative vapour density: no data available
Particle characteristics: no data available

FIRST AID MEASURES of 1-(2-METHOXY-1-METHYLETHOXY)-2-PROPANOL:
Description of necessary first-aid measures:
General advice:
Consult a physician. 
Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.

If inhaled:
If breathed in, move person into fresh air. 
Consult a physician.

In case of skin contact:
Wash off with soap and plenty of water. 
Consult a physician.

In case of eye contact:
Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.

If swallowed:
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. 
Rinse mouth with water. 
Consult a physician.

Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed, if necessary:
no data available

ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES of 1-(2-METHOXY-1-METHYLETHOXY)-2-PROPANOL:
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures:
Use personal protective equipment. 

Environmental precautions:
Do not let product enter drains. 

Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up:
Sweep up and shovel. 
Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.

FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES of 1-(2-METHOXY-1-METHYLETHOXY)-2-PROPANOL:
Extinguishing media:
Suitable extinguishing media:
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.

Specific hazards arising from the chemical:
no data available

EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION of 1-(2-METHOXY-1-METHYLETHOXY)-2-PROPANOL:
Control parameters:

Appropriate engineering controls:
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. 
Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.

Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment (PPE):
Eye/face protection:
Use safety glasses

Skin protection:
Handle with gloves. 
Wash and dry hands. 

HANDLING and STORAGE of 1-(2-METHOXY-1-METHYLETHOXY)-2-PROPANOL:
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
Store in cool place. 
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.