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Propylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether is a clear, colorless having a mild characteristic odor. The principal end uses of PnB are industrial solvent, chemical intermediate, printing inks, paints and coatings.
Synonyms:
Butoxypolypropylene glycol; PPG-12 Butyl ether; PPG-14 Butyl ether; PPG-15 Butyl ether; PPG-16 Butyl ether; PPG-17 Butyl ether; PPG-18 Butyl ether; PPG-2 Butyl ether; PPG-20 Butyl ether; PPG-22 Butyl ether; PPG-24 Butyl ether; PPG-26 Butyl ether; PPG-30 Butyl ether; PPG-33 Butyl ether; PPG-4 Butyl ether; PPG-40 Butyl ether; PPG-5 Butyl ether; PPG-52 Butyl ether; PPG-53 Butyl ether; PPG-9 Butyl ether; Polyoxypropylene butyl ether; Polyoxypropylene; butyl ether; Polyoxypropylene ( butyl ether; Polyoxypropylene butyl ether; Polyoxypropylene butyl ether; Polyoxypropylene ) butyl ether; Polyoxypropylene butyl ether; Polyoxypropylene butyl ether; Polyoxypropylene ) butyl ether; Polyoxypropylene butyl ether; Polyoxypropylene butyl ether; Polyoxypropylene butyl ether; Polyoxypropylene butyl ether; Polyoxypropylene butyl ether; Polyoxypropylene butyl ether; Polyoxypropylene butyl ether; Polyoxypropylene butyl ether; Polyoxypropylene butyl ether; Polyoxypropylene butyl ether; Polypropylene glycol butyl ether; Polypropylene glycol ) butyl ether; Polypropylene glycol butyl ether; Polypropylene glycol ( butyl ether; Polypropylene glycol ) butyl ether; Polypropylene glycol butyl ether; Polypropylene glycol ) butyl ether; Polypropylene glycol ) butyl ether; Polypropylene glycol butyl ether; Polypropylene glycol ) butyl ether; Polypropylene glycol butyl ether; Polypropylene glycol butyl ether; Polypropylene glycol ) butyl ether; Polypropylene glycol butyl ether; Polypropylene glycol butyl ether; Polypropylene glycol butyl ether; Polypropylene glycol butyl ether; Polypropylene glycol () butyl ether; Polypropylene glycol butyl ether; Ambiflo L-317; Butoxy polypropylene glycol; Butoxypolypropylene glycol 400; Butoxypolypropylene glycol 800; Butoxypropanediol polymer; Caswell No. 122; Crag fly repellent; ENT 8286; EPA Pesticide Chemical Code 011901; Exp. miticide No. 7; HSDB 1524; Newpol LB3000; OPSB; Poly(oxy(methyl-1,2-ethanediyl)), alpha-butyl-omega-hydroxy-; Poly(oxypropylene) butyl ether; Poly(propylene oxide), monobutyl ether; Polyoxypropylene glycol butyl monoether; Polyoxypropylene monobutyl ether; Polyoxypropylene(40) butyl ether; Polypropylene glycol butyl ether; Polypropylene glycol monobutyl ether; Polypropylene glycol monobutylether; Stabilene; Stabilene fly repellent; UNII-R199TJT95T; Ucon LB 1145; Ucon LB 1800X; Ucon LB-250; Ucon LB-65; Ucon Lubricant LB-1145; Ucon Lubricant LB-3000; Ucon fluid LB-3000; Unilube MB-370; Fluid-AP; Polypropylene glycol #400, monobutyl ether; Polypropyleneglycol #800, monobutyl ether; Ucon LB-1145; Ucon LB-3000 (fluid); Ucon LB-525; Ucon LB-625)
Application
Hydraulic fluids, metal working fluids and lubricants, heat transfer fluids, solder assist fluids, quenchants, lubricants, solvents, plasticizers and foam control agents.
Packaging
1 L in poly bottle
Features and Benefits
Good lubricity under load, noncorrosive to metals. Very low ash content, low pour point, excellent thermal stability.
Storage and Handling Poly-Solv® PnB should be stored only in tightly closed, properly vented containers away from heat, sparks, open flame or strong oxidizing agents. Use only nonsparking tools. Containers should be grounded before beginning transfer. Electrical equipment should conform to national electric code. Handle empty containers carefully. Flammable combustible residue remains after emptying. General industry practice is to store Poly-Solv® PnBP in carbon steel vessels. Storage in properly lined steel or stainless steel to avoid slight discoloration from mild steel is recommended. Avoid contact with air when storing for long periods of time. This product may absorb water if exposed to air. Provided proper storage and handling precautions are taken, Poly-Solv® PnB manufactured and delivered by Monument Chemical is stable for at least 12 months from the date of manufacture. Poly-Solv® PnB that is subsequently repackaged, handled and/or delivered by third parties may have a different shelf life and may require third party shelf life studies. Product past the retest date should be evaluated to confirm that all specifications are within their limits before use.
Mono propylene glycol mono butyl ether (PNB) is a colorless liquid with an ether-like odor. It evaporates quickly and is hydrophobic (doesn’t mix well with water). PNB is a propylene oxide-based, or Pseries, glycol ether and a blend of two isomers: 1-butoxy-2-propanol (>95.0%, CAS# 5131-66-8), and 1-propanol-2-butoxy (<5.0%, CAS# 15821-83-7).
Colorless liquid, Odor of ether;
Propylene series glycol ethers are used in surface coatings, leather, pesticides, electrical, industrial cleaners, resins, and printing inks; Used as a coupling agent and solvent (degreasers, paint removers, metal cleaners, and hard surface cleaners), coalescent (latex coatings), coupling agent (water-based agricultural formulations), and chemical intermediate (epoxides, acid ester derivatives, solvents, and plasticizers)
Farming (Pesticides)
Pesticides include insecticides, fungicides, herbicides, rodenticides, and fumigants. See "Farming (Respiratory Hazards)" and "Farming (Feed Additives)."
Metal Degreasing
In 1991, an estimated 300,000 vapor phase degreasors were installed in the United States. More than 400 million pounds of halogenated hydrocarbons were used in that year. In response to scientific knowledge and governmental regulations, alternate degreasing processes have been developed since the 1970s. D-Limonene has been used as a substitute, and new semiaqueous processes have been installed to reduce exposures in the workplace and pollution of the environment.
Painting (Solvents)
Types of organic chemicals used as paint solvents include aromatic, aliphatic, glycol ethers, chlorinated solvents, terpenes, alcohols, acetates, and ketones. Significant exposure can occur in spray painting and in brushing or rolling. See the agent "Occupational exposure as a painter."
Using Disinfectants or Biocides
Disinfectants are chemicals used to inhibit or kill microorganisms. Disinfectants are also called antiseptics or biocides. Disinfectants are generally used in physical media (solutions or on surfaces) while antiseptics are applied to skin or other living tissue. Some of these agents are also used as preservatives for food, drugs, and other domestic and industrial products. Many of these chemicals are skin and respiratory sensitizers. The following can cause occupational asthma: glutaraldehyde, formaldehyde, sodium bisulfite, chloramine T, hexachlorophene, chlorohexidine, benzalkonium chloride, isononanoyl oxybenzene sulfonate, lauryl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride, and isothiazolinones. A study of 175 workers exposed to chloramines, aldehydes, and quaternary ammonium disinfectants in the food industry showed increased acute irritation symptoms but not chronic respiratory symptoms.
Propylene glycol is an organic compound with many industrial uses. It is a viscous liquid that is sweet, faint and transparent. The FDA (along with other international standards institutions) considers it to be generally safe to handle and to ingest and has certified the safety of using propylene glycol in medications, food flavors and for industrial purposes. However, although experts believe this liquid to be safe, there are those who may be allergic to it. It is therefore important to test for allergies before using substances that contain propylene glycol.
Use propylene glycol as a solvent. Propylene glycol is an ideal solvent to mix chemicals while developing photographic films. Propylene glycol can also be used as a solvent in the manufacture of oral, topical applications and injections for the pharmaceutical industry, because it is insoluble in water. It is added to food colorings and flavorings because of its sweet flavor combined with its solvent properties. Propylene glycol is also used as a solvent to make paint, cleansers, inks, fingernail polish and removers and household cleaning agents. The semiconductor industry makes use of solvents called Cellosolves that contain propylene glycol.
Utilize propylene glycol for its moisturizing properties. Adding propylene glycol to cosmetics and medicines will help them retain their moisture content. Food additives, toothpastes, mouthwashes, tobacco, lotions, hand sanitizers and saline lotions use propylene alcohol to retain moisture. It is used to regulate humidity in pipes and cigars to prevent dehydration. The moisturizing effect in deodorant sticks is achieved by adding propylene glycol. It is also a well-known humectant or moisturizer used as an additive to food for preservation.
Use propylene glycol as a cooling compound. It is considered one of the best anti-freeze compounds for industrial use. It is added to automobile cooling systems to prevent radiator damage. A propylene glycol coating is used in fermenting tanks in the wine and beer industry. It is also used in cryonics to preserve living human bodies in hospitals.
Add propylene glycol to food additives and liqueurs to give them a creamy texture. Using propylene glycol in additives like angostura and orange bitters will extend the taste and give more volume to the liquid.
Add propylene glycol to fragrant oils. Propylene glycol is the most popular transdermal carrier in the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industry. Transdermal carriers transport oils through the pores of the skin. With the addition of transdermal carriers such as propylene glycol, topical applications like lotions and massage oils are transported through the skin to lubricate and rejuvenate skin cells.
Air fresheners: Baking soda absorbs odors, place a few open boxes throughout the home. White vinegar dilute in water and wipe on surfaces or spray in the air.
Fabric softener: Add ½ cup baking soda to the rinse cycle.
A nonwoven absorbent wipe is impregnated with an antibacterial and antimicrobial composition comprising quaternary ammonium salts, glycol ethers, a surfactant and water. A method of preparation and a process for disinfecting hard surfaces with the wipe are provided.
Industry Uses
Adhesives and sealant chemicals
Finishing agents
Paint additives and coating additives not described by other categories
Pigments
Processing aids, not otherwise listed
Solvents (for cleaning and degreasing)
Solvents (which become part of product formulation or mixture)
Consumer Uses
Adhesives and sealants
Building/construction materials not covered elsewhere
Cleaning and furnishing care products
Fabric, textile, and leather products not covered elsewhere
Floor coverings
Furniture and furnishings not covered elsewhere
Ink, toner, and colorant products
Laundry and dishwashing products
Metal Finishing
Paints and coatings
Paper products
General Manufacturing Information
Industry Processing Sectors
Adhesive manufacturing
All other chemical product and preparation manufacturing
Miscellaneous manufacturing
Paint and coating manufacturing
Soap, cleaning compound, and toilet preparation manufacturing
Textiles, apparel, and leather manufacturing
Wholesale and retail trade
Uses at industrial sites
This substance is used in the following products: coating products, metals, plant protection products, polishes and waxes, adhesives and sealants, metal working fluids and washing & cleaning products.
This substance is used in the following areas: offshore mining.
This substance is used for the manufacture of: chemicals, food products, fabricated metal products, electrical, electronic and optical equipment and machinery and vehicles.
Release to the environment of this substance can occur from industrial use: in processing aids at industrial sites, as an intermediate step in further manufacturing of another substance (use of intermediates) and manufacturing of the substance.
Manufacture
Release to the environment of this substance can occur from industrial use: manufacturing of the substance and in processing aids at industrial sites.
Butoxypolypropylene glycol is an insect repellent that is used to control flies, mosquitoes and gnats on race horses and on horses/ponies used for recreation. Butoxypolypropylene glycol is applied by wiping-on with a cloth or spraying on with a trigger pump sprayer.
IUPAC
(2-Butoxymethylethoxy)propanol
1-(1-butoxypropan-2-yloxy)propan-2-ol
1-(2-Butoxy-1-methylethoxy)propan-2-ol
1-(2-butoxy-1-methylethoxy)propan-2-ol
1-(2-butoxy-1-methylethoxy)propan-2-ol
1-[(1-butoxypropan-2-yl)oxy]propan-2-ol
DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL MONOBUTYL ETHER
Dipropylene glycol monobutyl ether
Dipropylene glycol n-butyl ether
Dipropylene Glycol n-Butyl Ether
Dipropylene glycol n-butyl ether
dipropyleneglycol monobutyl ether
Dipropylenglycol-n-Butylether
TRADE
1-(2-butoxy-1-methylethoxy)propan-2-ol
2-Propanol, 1-(2-butoxy-1-methylethoxy)-
Butyl Dipropasol
Dipropylene Glycol mono-Butyl Ether
Dipropylene Glycol n-Butyl Ether
Dipropylene glycol n-butyl ether
DOWANOL™ DPnB Glycol Ether
DPnB
MISSION MODELS POLYURETHANE MIX ADDITIVE
n-Butoxy-methylethoxy-propanol
n-Butoxy-propoxy-propanol
Solvenon DPNB (= Dipropylenglykol-mono-n-butylether + Isomere)
