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METHYL PROXITOL GLYCOL ETHER = PROPYLENE GLYCOL METHYL ETHER (PGME) = METHYL PROXITOL
CAS Number: 107-98-2
EC Number: 203-539-1
MDL Number: MFCD00004537
Chemical Formula: C4H10O2
Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is the methyl ether of propylene glycol and has a slightly lower boiling point and higher evaporation rate than its Ethyl Proxitol counterpart.
Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is completely water-soluble and is also compatible with many resins, greases, oils and waxes.
Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is a colourless, hygroscopic solvent with a volatility, viscosity and solvent power similar to those of ethylene oxide-based glycol ethers.
Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is colorless transparent volatile liquid.
The relative density was 0.9234.
Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is boiling Point 121 °c.
Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is Vapor pressure (20 degrees C) 1070Pa.
Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether - Preparation Method:
1,2 A propylene oxide and methanol are reacted in the presence of a catalyst, and the reaction product is subjected to crude distillation and rectification to obtain a finished product.
Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is the methyl ether of propylene glycol and has a slightly lower boiling point and higher evaporation rate than its Ethyl Proxitol counterpart.
Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is completely water soluble and also compatible with many resins, greases, oils and waxes.
Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is an organic solvent with a wide variety of industrial and commercial uses.
Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is a hydrophilic glycol ether with a fast evaporation rate and excellent coupling abilities including high water solubility and active solvency.
Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is a colourless, hygroscopic solvent with a volatility, viscosity and solvent power similar to those of ethylene oxide-based glycol ethers.
A colorless liquid.
Ether and alcohol groups give Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether bifunctionality with excellent binding properties in aqueous-organic systems.
Flash point near 89°F.
Less dense than water.
Vapors heavier than air.
USES and APPLICATIONS of METHYL PROXITOL GLYCOL ETHER:
-Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is mainly used as Nitro fiber, alkyd resin and maleic anhydride modified phenolic resin excellent solvent,
-Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is used as jet fuel antifreeze and brake fluid additives;
-Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is mainly used as solvent, dispersant and diluent,
-Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is also used as fuel antifreeze, extractant
-Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is used in reformulation to compensate for the absence of aromatics to control viscosity and their ability to 'double' aqueous and organic phases.
-Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is used as a solvent, dispersant or diluent used in coating, ink, printing and dyeing, pesticide, cellulose, acrylate and other industries.
-Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether can also be used as a fuel antifreeze, a cleaning agent, an extractant, a non-ferrous metal ore dressing agent, etc.
-Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether can also be used as a raw material for organic synthesis.
-Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is used Water-based Coatings
-Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is used Solvent-based Coatings
-Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is used Household and Industrial cleaners, grease and paint removers, metal cleaners, and hard surface cleaners.
-Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is used Agro-chemicals
-Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is used Printing Chemicals and Inks
-Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is used as a solvent in paints, inks, nail polish removers, and cleaning agents.
-Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is used in finishing leather and in electronics and agriculture.
-Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is used to make lacquers and paints, as a solvent for resins, celluloses, acrylics, dyes, and inks (gravure, flexographic and silk screening), as antifreeze, and in household cleaners and spot removers.
-Cosmetic Uses:
*perfuming agents
*solvents
-Coatings:
Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether exhibits excellent bonding performance with a variety of resins including acrylics, styrene acrylics and polyvinyl acetates.
These properties, combined with a mild fragrance, make Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether a preferred solvent for interior water-based paints.
-Cleaners:
Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether has a pleasant smell and can be used in various cleaning agents.
Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is particularly suitable when used in cleaning formulations such as wax scrapers and floor cleaners.
-Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is used agriculture, cosmetics, electronics, ink, textile and adhesive products.
-Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether (PGMEA, 1-methoxy-2-propanol acetate) is a P-type glycol ether used in inks, coatings, and cleaners.
-In the semiconductor industry, Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is a commonly used solvent, primarily for the application of surface adherents such as Bis(trimethylsilyl)amine (HMDS) on silicon wafers.
-Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is an organic solvent with a wide variety of industrial and commercial uses.
-Similar to other glycol ethers, Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is used as a carrier/solvent in printing/writing inks and paints/coatings.
-Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether also finds use as an industrial and commercial paint stripper.
-Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is used as an antifreeze in diesel engines.
-Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether (PGME) is used as a solvent material in paint and coating processes, inks, cosmetics and cleaning agents used in industrial and domestic applications.
-Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is used as a solvent and as an antifreeze agent.
-Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is used as an ink thinner:
Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether provides good solubility for a wide range of resins including acrylic, epoxy, alkyd, polyester, nitrocellulose and polyurethane.
-A positive property for the formation of the coating is also a good binding ability.
Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is a good substitute for E - a number of solvents; especially, EM (ethylene glycol methyl ether).
By mixing the main solvent and methoxypropanol, Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether can be used to slow down the main solvent.
-The advantage of using Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is its low toxicity.
Reduced surface tension and good volatility are some of the benefits of using Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether.
These properties allow the use of this substance to dissolve polar and non-polar materials.
Combination with other solvents:
Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether, as already mentioned above, can be used in combination with other P-series solvents:
(glycol ethers) and expands their scope.
Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether has a very low primary alcohol content - below 2%.
Primary alcohol is much more active than secondary alcohol.
The low primary alcohol content minimizes chemical reactions with the solute.
-Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether can be used in cleansing, smudge removal and masking.
Methyl Proxitol Glycol Ether is also used in the agricultural, cosmetic, and printing industries as a retarder for printing on textiles and polymer products with alcohol-soluble inks.
PHYSICAL and CHEMICAL PROPERTIES of METHYL PROXITOL GLYCOL ETHER:
Purity, min. %m/m 99.5
Water %m/m ASTM D1364 0.05
Acidity (as Acetic Acid) %m/m: 0.002
Density at 20°C kg/l: 0.921
Specific Gravity at 20°C/20°C: 0.923
Specific Gravity at 25°C/25°C: 0.919
Coefficient of Cubic Expansion at 20°C 10-4/°C: 10
Refractive Index at 20°C: 1.403
Colour Pt-Co: < 5
Boiling Point °C: 120
Relative Evaporation Rate (nBuAc=1): 0.75
Relative Evaporation Rate (Ether=1): 22
Antoine Constant A # kPa. °C: 7.01882
Antoine Constant B # kPa. °C: 1780.17
Antoine Constant C # kPa. °C: 236.322
Temperature Limits for Antoine Equation # °C: -30 to +130
Vapour Pressure at 20°C kPa: 1.2
Melting Point -95 °c (below this temperature becomes vitreous).
Viscosity (20 deg C) 1.9mPa.s.
Refractive index 4036.
The molar heat of vaporization was 32.64 kJ/mol.
Flash point (Open Cup) 36 °c.
Miscible with water.
XLogP3: 0.0136
Appearance: Colourless liquid
Density: 0.9620 g/cm3 @ Temp: 20 °C
Melting Point: -96 °C
Boiling Point: 120.1 °C
Flash Point: 93 °F
Refractive Index: n20/D 1.403(lit.)
Water Solubility: H2O: soluble
Storage Conditions: Keep it in dry and cool place.
Vapor Pressure: Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 1.2
Vapor Density: 3.12 (vs air)
Explosive limit: vol% in air: 1.93.1
Appearance: colorless clear liquid (est)
Assay: 98.00 to 100.00 %
Food Chemicals Codex Listed: No
Specific Gravity: 0.92200 @ 25.00 °C.
Melting Point: 119.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg
Boiling Point: 119.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg
Vapor Pressure: 8.152000 mmHg @ 25.00 °C. (est)
Flash Point: 93.00 °F. TCC ( 33.89 °C. )
logP (o/w): -0.342 (est)
Soluble in:
alcohol
water, 1000000 mg/L @ 25 °C
water, 1e+006 mg/L @ 25 °C (est)
FIRST AID MEASURES of METHYL PROXITOL GLYCOL ETHER:
-Description of first-aid measures:
*General advice:
Show this material safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
*If inhaled:
After inhalation:
Fresh air.
Call in physician.
*In case of skin contact:
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
Rinse skin with water/ shower.
*In case of eye contact:
After eye contact:
Rinse out with plenty of water.
Remove contact lenses.
*If swallowed:
After swallowing:
Immediately make victim drink water (two glasses at most).
Consult a physician.
-Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed:
No data available
ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES of METHYL PROXITOL GLYCOL ETHER:
-Environmental precautions:
Do not let product enter drains.
-Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up:
Cover drains.
Collect, bind, and pump off spills.
Observe possible material restrictions.
Take up with liquid-absorbent material.
Dispose of properly.
Clean up affected area.
FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES of METHYL PROXITOL GLYCOL ETHER:
-Extinguishing media:
*Suitable extinguishing media:
Water
Foam
Carbon dioxide (CO2)
Dry powder
*Unsuitable extinguishing media:
For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.
EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION of METHYL PROXITOL GLYCOL ETHER:
-Control parameters:
--Ingredients with workplace control parameters:
-Exposure controls:
--Personal protective equipment:
*Eye/face protection:
Use safety glasses.
*Skin protection:
Full contact:
Material: butyl-rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0,7 mm
Break through time: 480 min
Splash contact:
Material: Nitrile rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0,4 mm
Break through time: 120 min
-Control of environmental exposure:
Do not let product enter drains.
HANDLING and STORAGE of METHYL PROXITOL GLYCOL ETHER:
-Precautions for safe handling:
*Advice on safe handling:
Work under hood.
*Hygiene measures:
Change contaminated clothing.
Wash hands after working with substance.
-Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
*Storage conditions
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
STABILITY and REACTIVITY of METHYL PROXITOL GLYCOL ETHER:
-Chemical stability:
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).
-Possibility of hazardous reactions:
No data available
SYNONYMS:
1,2-Propylene Glycol 1-Monomethyl Ether
1,2-Propyleneglycol-1-Methyl Ether
1-Methoxy-2-Hydroxypropane
1-Methoxypropan-2-Ol
Methyl Propasol
Methyl Proxitol
A-Propylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether
Propylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether
Pm
1,2-Propylene Glycol-1-Monomethyl Ether
Methoxypropanol
methoxy propanol
(2S)-1-methoxypropan-2-ol
1-methoxypropane-1,2-diol
Propanediol monomethyl ether
Methoxy-2-propanol
propylene glycol methyl ether
propylene glycol monomethyl ether
1-methoxy-2-hydroxypropane
2-methoxy-1-methylethanol
methyl proxitol
1-Methoxy-2-Hydroxypropane
1-Methoxypropan-2-Ol
Methyl Propasol, Methyl Proxitol
A-Propylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether
Propylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether, Pm
