2-BUTOXYETHANOL PHOSPHATE

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is a high-boiling trialkyl phosphate ester more precisely identified as tris(2-butoxyethyl) phosphate.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate functions as a plasticizer, leveling agent, coalescent, temporary defoamer, viscosity modifier, processing aid, and halogen-free flame-retardant additive.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is widely used in floor polishes, waterborne acrylic coatings, adhesives, printing inks, plastics, elastomers, cellulose derivatives, polyurethane systems, waxes, and specialty industrial formulations.

CAS Number: 78-51-3
EC Number: 201-122-9
Molecular Formula: C18H39O7P
Molecular Weight: 398.47 g/mol

Synonyms: 2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate, Tris(2-butoxyethyl) Phosphate, Tri(2-butoxyethyl) Phosphate, Tributoxyethyl Phosphate, TBEP, TBOEP, TBXP, TBOP, Ethanol 2-Butoxy Phosphate (3:1), Ethanol 2-Butoxy- 1,1′,1″-Phosphate, Phosphoric Acid Tris(2-butoxyethyl) Ester, Phosphoric Acid Tributoxyethyl Ester, Tris(butoxyethyl) Phosphate, Tri(2-butoxyethanol) Phosphate, Tris(2-butoxyethanol) Phosphate, Tris(2-n-butoxyethyl) Phosphate, Tris(Butyl Glycol) Phosphate, Tributyl Cellosolve Phosphate, Butyl Glycol Phosphate Triester, 2-Butoxyethyl Phosphate Triester, Alkoxyethyl Phosphate Plasticizer, Glycol Ether Phosphate Ester, Phosphate Ester Plasticizer, Halogen-Free Phosphate Flame Retardant, Floor-Polish Plasticizer, Acrylic-Coating Plasticizer, Waterborne-Coating Coalescent, Temporary Coating Defoamer, Plastisol Viscosity Modifier, Nitrile-Rubber Plasticizer, Polyurethane Antiblocking Agent, Phosflex T-BEP, Phosflex 176C, Amgard TBEP, Kronitex KP-140, KP-140, BYK TBEP, NSC 4839

APPLICATIONS

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used as a plasticizer in compatible resin systems.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to increase flexibility in dried and cured polymer films.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to reduce brittleness in compatible plastics and coatings.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to modify hardness, elongation, and low-temperature behavior.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used as a primary plasticizer in acrylic floor-polish formulations.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to promote continuous film formation in polymer-emulsion floor finishes.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to improve the flexibility of dried floor-polish films.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to reduce cracking and powdering in compatible floor-care coatings.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used as a leveling agent in floor-polish emulsions.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to reduce streaking and uneven film formation.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to improve the uniformity of polished floor surfaces.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to support smooth, glossy, dry-bright floor finishes.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used as a coalescent in acrylic floor finishes.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to assist the fusion of dispersed polymer particles during drying.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to support film formation at reduced application temperatures.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to improve coating continuity after water evaporation.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in floor waxes.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in polymer-containing maintenance wax formulations.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to improve spreading of liquid floor-care products.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to balance gloss, flexibility, leveling, and wear performance.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in floor cleaners that deposit a protective polymer film.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in combined cleaning-and-gloss-maintenance products.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in institutional floor-care formulations.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in commercial floor-maintenance products after slip-resistance testing.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used as a plasticizer in waterborne acrylic coatings.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to improve film flexibility in acrylic polymer dispersions.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to support low-temperature coalescence in compatible latex systems.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to reduce the brittleness of acrylic coating films.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used as a leveling additive in waterborne acrylic coatings.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to promote smooth flow after brush, roller, or spray application.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to reduce localized surface irregularities.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to improve the uniformity and appearance of dried acrylic films.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in latex paints.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used as a flow and leveling aid in compatible emulsion paints.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to assist film formation in selected water-based paints.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to modify flexibility and surface appearance in latex formulations.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in interior wall coatings.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in exterior wall coatings after weathering evaluation.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in waterborne decorative finishes.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in pigmented coatings after compatibility and gloss testing.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in acrylic clear coatings.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in pigmented acrylic topcoats.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in waterborne primers requiring improved film formation.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in protective acrylic finishes requiring additional flexibility.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in industrial liquid coatings.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in compatible solvent-borne and waterborne formulations.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to modify resin flow and film flexibility.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in industrial finishes after adhesion and durability testing.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in lacquers.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used as a plasticizing and flow-modifying component in compatible lacquer binders.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to reduce brittleness in lacquer films.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to improve application appearance after formulation optimization.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used as a temporary defoamer in waterborne coatings.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to reduce foam generated during mixing and application.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to assist the release of entrained air from liquid formulations.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used where temporary foam control is required without persistent silicone effects.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to reduce microfoam in acrylic-emulsion coatings.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to reduce air entrainment during high-speed formulation processing.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to improve film continuity by limiting retained bubbles.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used after confirming compatibility with other foam-control additives.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in water-based adhesives.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used as a plasticizer for compatible acrylic adhesive polymers.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to improve flexibility in dried adhesive films.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to assist coalescence in polymer-emulsion adhesive formulations.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in laminating adhesives after bond-performance evaluation.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in construction adhesives based on compatible aqueous polymers.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in pressure-sensitive adhesive development after tack testing.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to adjust flexibility without becoming chemically incorporated into the polymer.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in aqueous paper and packaging adhesives.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in specialty assembly adhesives.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in polymer-dispersion adhesives requiring controlled film formation.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used only after evaluating migration, drying, odor, and substrate compatibility.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in printing inks.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to modify flexibility in compatible ink binders.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to improve flow and leveling in selected printing formulations.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to reduce brittleness and cracking in printed films.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in water-based printing inks.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in acrylic ink systems requiring improved film formation.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in pigment-containing inks after dispersion testing.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in printed packaging only after regulatory and migration assessment.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in overprint varnishes.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in protective clear layers over printed graphics.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to improve flexibility and surface leveling.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to reduce film defects resulting from inadequate coalescence.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in paper coatings.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to plasticize compatible polymer binders applied to paper.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to improve coating flexibility during folding and converting.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used after evaluating printability, blocking, and surface strength.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used as a plasticizer in polyvinyl chloride formulations.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to improve the flexibility of compatible PVC compounds.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to provide useful low-temperature behavior in flexible vinyl products.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in PVC after extraction, migration, and heat-aging testing.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in PVC plastisols.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used as a viscosity modifier in compatible plastisol systems.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to reduce processing viscosity and improve flow.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to assist coating, casting, dipping, and spreading operations.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in vinyl coating compounds.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in flexible vinyl sheets and films after formulation testing.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in coated fabrics based on compatible vinyl polymers.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used where plasticization and flame-retardant contribution are both desirable.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in chlorinated-rubber formulations.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to plasticize chlorinated-rubber coatings and compounds.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to reduce brittleness in compatible chlorinated polymers.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used after evaluating chemical resistance and long-term migration.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used as a plasticizer in nitrile rubber.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber compounds.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to improve flexibility at reduced temperatures.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to modify processing and mechanical properties in NBR formulations.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used as a processing aid for acrylonitrile rubber.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to reduce compound viscosity during mixing and shaping.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to improve incorporation of fillers and other additives.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used after evaluating cure behavior, compression set, and oil resistance.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in synthetic-rubber formulations.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to improve low-temperature flexibility in compatible elastomers.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used as an antifoaming component in selected rubber-processing systems.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used after evaluating volatility, extraction, and finished-rubber performance.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in elastomeric sealants.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to modify flexibility and processability in compatible sealant binders.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in caulks and joint compounds after compatibility testing.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used only where migration does not interfere with adhesion or surface finishing.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in thermoplastic polyurethane formulations.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in thermosetting polyurethane formulations after compatibility testing.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to provide plasticization and flame-retardant contribution.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to improve flexibility in selected polyurethane products.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used as an antiblocking agent in cast polyurethane systems.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to reduce unwanted adhesion between contacting polyurethane surfaces.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to modify processing and surface behavior in cast components.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used after evaluating mechanical properties and surface migration.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in polyurethane coatings.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in polyurethane sealants and elastomer systems.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to improve flexibility where the formulation permits nonreactive plasticizers.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used after confirming compatibility with polyols, isocyanates, catalysts, and additives.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used as a plasticizer for cellulose acetate.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to improve flexibility in cellulose-acetate films and compounds.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to reduce brittleness in compatible cellulose derivatives.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used after evaluating clarity, heat stability, and plasticizer retention.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in nitrocellulose formulations.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used as a plasticizing component in compatible nitrocellulose lacquers.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to improve flexibility and reduce cracking in dried films.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used under processing conditions appropriate for nitrocellulose-containing systems.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in ethyl-cellulose formulations.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to improve flexibility in ethyl-cellulose films.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in specialty coatings based on cellulose derivatives.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used after confirming resin solvency and long-term compatibility.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used as a halogen-free flame-retardant additive.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to introduce phosphorus into compatible polymer systems.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to reduce reliance on halogen-containing flame-retardant technologies.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in combination with other flame retardants when greater performance is required.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in flame-retardant flexible plastics.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in elastomers requiring both plasticization and phosphorus content.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in resin formulations requiring a liquid additive with good incorporation.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used only after standardized flammability testing of the complete product.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in products requiring low-temperature flexibility.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to reduce embrittlement of compatible polymers in cold environments.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to maintain film flexibility during low-temperature handling.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used after confirming that cold flexibility does not compromise other properties.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used as a solvent or high-solvency additive for selected resins.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to assist dissolution or compatibility of compatible polymer components.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to modify liquid viscosity and application behavior.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in resin systems after cloud-point and storage-stability testing.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in natural- and synthetic-wax formulations.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used because of its compatibility with many wax systems.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to modify spreading, leveling, and film formation in liquid wax products.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used after evaluating gloss, hardness, slip, and water resistance.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in automotive surface-treatment products.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in selected vehicle polishes and protective waxes.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to assist leveling of compatible polymer films.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used after evaluating paint compatibility and surface residue.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in shoe polishes and protectant formulations.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to plasticize compatible polymer and wax films.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to improve spreading and surface uniformity.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used after evaluating color, odor, gloss, and material compatibility.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in wood polishes and protective surface-care products.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to modify the flexibility of deposited polymer films.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to improve flow and leveling on coated wood surfaces.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used after confirming compatibility with varnishes and existing finishes.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used as a nonsilicone antifoaming agent in textile processing.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to reduce foam in compatible textile-treatment baths.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used where persistent silicone deposits are undesirable.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used after testing its effects on wetting, dyeing, and finishing.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in textile auxiliaries.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to modify flow and foam in selected finishing formulations.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in polymer dispersions applied to textile materials.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used after evaluating fabric feel, color, and wash durability.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used as an antifoaming agent in ore-beneficiation processes.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to reduce unwanted foam during mineral-processing operations.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in aqueous mineral systems after ore-specific testing.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used only at dosages compatible with flotation and separation performance.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used as a processing aid in specialty industrial fluids.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to modify viscosity and interfacial behavior.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used to provide a balance of solvency, plasticization, and low volatility.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used after complete testing under the intended service conditions.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in formulation research as a reference phosphate-ester plasticizer.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in comparative testing of coalescents and leveling agents.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in studies of polymer flexibility and flame-retardant performance.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in laboratory development at an appropriate purity level.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used as an analytical reference standard.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in chromatographic analysis of organophosphate esters.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in environmental monitoring of water, soil, dust, and biological samples.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in analytical laboratories under validated handling and measurement procedures.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used in commercial formulations only after compatibility testing.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used at concentrations established through laboratory and production trials.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used after evaluating migration, extraction, aging, odor, and environmental requirements.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used according to the current technical, safety, and regulatory documentation.

DESCRIPTION

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is more precisely identified as tris(2-butoxyethyl) phosphate.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is the triester formed from phosphoric acid and three molecules of 2-butoxyethanol.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate contains one central phosphate group.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate contains three flexible 2-butoxyethyl substituents.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate has the molecular formula C18H39O7P.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate has a molecular weight of approximately 398.47 g/mol.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate has CAS number 78-51-3.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate has EC number 201-122-9.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is generally supplied as a colorless to slightly yellow liquid.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate commonly has a clear, oily, and moderately viscous appearance.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate normally has a mild characteristic odor.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate remains liquid at ordinary room temperature.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate has a melting or pour point near −70°C.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate therefore remains fluid at very low temperatures.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate contributes useful low-temperature flexibility to compatible polymers.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate can be pumped and metered under normal industrial conditions.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate has a density near 1.01–1.02 g/cm³.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate has a typical commercial density of approximately 1.011–1.018 at 25°C.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate has a refractive index near 1.427–1.431.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate commercial grades commonly have low acid and moisture values.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is a high-boiling liquid.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate has a reported boiling range near 215–228°C at approximately 4 mmHg.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate has very low vapor pressure at ambient temperature.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate therefore has low evaporation loss during normal storage.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate has a flash point near 210°C by Cleveland open-cup testing.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is combustible despite its high flash point.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate can release irritating phosphorus- and carbon-containing decomposition products when burned.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate should be kept away from excessive heat and strong ignition sources.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate has limited but measurable water solubility.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate has reported water solubility near 1.1 g/L at 25°C.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is soluble in many organic liquids.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is compatible with numerous resins, elastomers, waxes, and plasticizer systems.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate functions as a nonreactive external plasticizer.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate positions itself between compatible polymer chains.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate increases molecular mobility in the plasticized polymer.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate can reduce hardness and improve flexibility.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate assists polymer-particle coalescence in waterborne systems.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate temporarily softens compatible dispersed polymer particles.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate allows adjacent particles to fuse into a more continuous film.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate can improve gloss, leveling, and resistance to film cracking.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate functions as a leveling agent in floor finishes and coatings.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate modifies liquid flow during the drying process.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate helps reduce streaks, puddling, and uneven polymer distribution.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate can support the formation of smooth and uniform surfaces.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate functions as a temporary defoamer in selected formulations.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate destabilizes certain foam films during mixing and application.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate can reduce entrained air without providing the permanent activity of some silicone defoamers.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate should be tested because defoaming efficiency depends on the complete formulation.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate functions as a viscosity modifier in plastisols.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate can reduce resistance to flow during processing.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate can improve coating, casting, dipping, and molding behavior.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate dosage must be balanced against migration and final mechanical properties.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate provides phosphorus-based flame-retardant activity.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is halogen free.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate may reduce flammability in suitably formulated polymer systems.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate does not guarantee a finished fire rating without complete standardized testing.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is compatible with many acrylic resins.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used with selected vinyl and cellulose-derived polymers.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is used with nitrile rubber, chlorinated rubber, and polyurethane systems.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate compatibility remains dependent on polymer composition and additive concentration.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate can affect hardness, tensile strength, elongation, glass-transition behavior, and blocking.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate can affect water resistance and chemical resistance.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate can migrate or be extracted under demanding service conditions.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate should be evaluated throughout the expected service life of the finished product.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is distinct from mono(2-butoxyethyl) phosphate.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate in this document refers exclusively to the phosphate triester with CAS number 78-51-3.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate should not be confused with unreacted 2-butoxyethanol.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate should be identified through the complete chemical name and CAS number.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate commercial purity and specification vary by supplier.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate technical grades may contain trace water, acidity, or related phosphate-esters.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate should be checked against a certificate of analysis before sensitive processing.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate should be selected according to application-specific purity requirements.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate may cause eye irritation.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate vapor or mist may cause respiratory discomfort under poorly ventilated conditions.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate should be handled using gloves and suitable eye protection.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate should be processed according to the current regional safety data sheet.

2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate should be protected from contamination and prolonged excessive heating.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate should be stored in tightly closed compatible containers.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate should be kept away from strong oxidizing agents.
2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate is intended for trained professional and industrial users.

PROPERTIES

Chemical Name: Tris(2-butoxyethyl) Phosphate
Common Name: 2-Butoxyethanol Phosphate
Abbreviation: TBEP or TBOEP
IUPAC Name: Tris(2-butoxyethyl) phosphate
CAS Number: 78-51-3
EC Number: 201-122-9
PubChem CID: 6540
Chemical Family: Trialkyl phosphate esters
Chemical Type: Phosphoric-acid triester
Molecular Formula: C18H39O7P
Molecular Weight: 398.47 g/mol
Physical Form: Liquid
Appearance: Colorless to slightly yellow, oily, viscous liquid
Odor: Mild characteristic odor
Melting Point: Approximately −70°C
Boiling Point: Approximately 215–228°C at about 4 mmHg
Alternative Boiling Specification: Approximately 220°C at 4 mmHg
Density at 20°C: Approximately 1.015–1.025 g/mL
Typical Commercial Density at 25°C: Approximately 1.011–1.018
Refractive Index: Approximately 1.427–1.431
Water Solubility at 25°C: Approximately 1.1 g/L
Water-Solubility Description: Slightly soluble
Organic-Solvent Solubility: Soluble in most common organic liquids
Resin Compatibility: Compatible with many acrylic, vinyl, cellulose-derived, rubber, polyurethane, and wax systems
Flash Point: Approximately 210°C
Flash-Point Method: Cleveland open cup
Fire Behavior: Combustible high-flash-point liquid
Vapor Pressure: Very low at ambient temperature
Vapor Density: Approximately 13.7 relative to air
Typical Acid Value: Maximum approximately 0.5 mg KOH/g for selected commercial grades
Typical Water Content: Maximum approximately 0.2% for selected commercial grades
Primary Functions: Plasticizer, leveling agent, coalescent, temporary defoamer, processing aid, viscosity modifier, antiblocking agent, and flame-retardant additive
Plasticizer Type: Nonreactive external plasticizer
Flame-Retardant Type: Halogen-free phosphorus-based additive
Primary Coating Uses: Floor polishes, floor finishes, acrylic coatings, latex paints, lacquers, and paper coatings
Primary Polymer Uses: PVC, nitrile rubber, chlorinated rubber, cellulose acetate, nitrocellulose, ethyl cellulose, and polyurethane
Primary Processing Uses: Plastisol viscosity control and elastomer processing
Other Uses: Waterborne adhesives, inks, waxes, textile antifoams, mineral-processing antifoams, and analytical standards
Storage Conditions: Cool, dry, ventilated conditions in tightly closed compatible containers
Storage Temperature: Supplier and grade dependent
Shelf Life: Refer to the current supplier specification and original packaging
Regulatory Suitability: Application and region dependent

FIRST AID

Inhalation:
Move the affected person to fresh air.
Obtain medical advice if respiratory irritation, dizziness, or discomfort persists.

Skin Contact:
Remove contaminated clothing and wash thoroughly with soap and water.
Seek medical advice if irritation develops or persists.

Eye Contact:
Rinse cautiously with clean water for at least 15 minutes.
Remove contact lenses if easy to do and obtain medical attention if irritation continues.

Ingestion:
Rinse the mouth and do not induce vomiting.
Contact a physician or poison center after significant ingestion.

Note to Physicians:
Treat symptomatically and provide supportive care.
Consult the current product-specific safety data sheet.

HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling:
Wear chemical-resistant gloves and suitable eye or face protection.
Avoid unnecessary skin contact and inhalation of heated vapor, mist, or spray.

Ventilation:
Provide adequate general ventilation and local exhaust where mist may form.
Use suitable respiratory protection when exposure cannot otherwise be controlled.

Storage:
Store in tightly sealed compatible containers in a cool, dry, ventilated area.
Keep away from excessive heat, strong oxidizing agents, and incompatible materials.

Spill and Leak Procedures:
Contain the liquid and absorb it with inert non-combustible material.
Prevent entry into drains and collect the waste in a suitable labeled container.

Handling Precautions:
Clean spills promptly and avoid uncontrolled environmental release.
Follow the current supplier technical data sheet and regional safety data sheet.