Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate
Molecular Formula: C6H12O3 or CH3CH(OCOCH3)CH2OCH3
CAS Number
108-65-6
APPLICATIONS
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is a clear, colorless liquid ester.
Furthermore, Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is used in an industrial setting as a solvent for automotive paints and industrial coatings, as a solvent in the electronics industry and in silk screen inks.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is found in household cleaners, paints, spray paints, lacquers, varnishes and pesticides.
Moreover, Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is very efficient at dissolving resins used in paints, inks, lacquers, and other types of surface coatings.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate has been used in the development of fluidic channels to be incorporated in a poly(dimethylsiloxane) (PDMS)-based microfluidic device.
Uses of Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate:
Aerospace coatings
Architectural coatings
Auto OEM
Auto plastics
Auto refinish
Automotive parts & accessories
Commerical printing inks
Furniture
General industrial coatings
Industrial cleaners
Industrial maintenance
Janitorial & household cleaners
Marine
Molding & trim interior
Packaging inks non food contact
Process solvents
Protective coatings
Road markings
Solvents/stripping agents
Truck/bus/RV
Wood coatings
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate (PGMEA, 1-methoxy-2-propanol acetate) is a P-type glycol ether used in inks, coatings, and cleaners. Besides, Besides, Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is sold by different companies under different titles.
In the semiconductor industry, Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is a commonly used solvent, primarily for the application of surface adherents such as Bis(trimethylsilyl)amine (HMDS) on silicon wafers.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is often the most abundant airborne, molecular contamination (AMC) in semiconductor cleanrooms, due to its evaporation into ambient air.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate has been used in the development of fluidic channels to be incorporated in a poly(dimethylsiloxane) (PDMS)-based microfluidic device.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is extensively used in many decorative and protective coating formulations.
In addition, Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate has a similar evaporation rate and solvency compared to EEA in an acrylic-epoxy baking enamel formulation.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is also found to give better gloss and image distinction.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is generally recommended over its acetates because acetates are subject to hydrolysis in very alkaline water-based cleaners.
However, for solvent-based cleaning, including metal degreasing and specialized equipment cleansing Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate alone and in conjunction with other solvents is being evaluated as a replacement for many chlorinated solvents.
The direction of current regulations is to eliminate the use of many chlorinated solvents in this application.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate has replaced EEA in photoresist formulations used in semiconductor processing.
In these processes, Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is used in the positive photoresist formulation.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate may also be used in solvent systems for cleaning and degreasing circuit boards and removing solder flux.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate shows very broad solvency.
Solvency characteristics of Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate generally match those of chlorinated solvents more closely than do glycol ethers and alcohols.
Some uses OF Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate:
Writing utensils containing liquid or gel ink
Cleaning products for carpet or other flooring, which do not fit into a more refined category
Materials used for construction (e.g. flooring, tile, sinks, bathtubs, mirrors, wall materials/drywall, wall-to-wall carpets, insulation, playground surfaces); includes semi-permanent fixtures such as faucets and light fixtures
Ink for inkjet printers
Toners used in laser printers
Items used to furnish a home or workplace, e.g. tables, chairs, sofa, outdoor patio furniture, sofa cover, hammock, mattress, area rug
General formulation products used for home maintenance, which do not fit into a more refined category
Adhesive and adhesive remover related products which do not fit into a more refined category
General purpose repair adhesives including all purpose glues, super glue, and epoxies; not including wood glues
Liquid or gels designed to seal cracks or fill cracks and depressions on hard surfaces
Products for removing grease and other hydrophobic materials from hard surfaces
Paint or stain related products that do not fit into a more refined category
Home improvement paints, excluding or not specified as oil-, solvent-, or water-based paints
Products used on wooden surfaces, including decks, to impart transparent or semitransparent color
Products for coating and protecting household surfaces other than glass, stone, or grout
Flame retardants used for various purposes
Body cleaners, washes, shower gels
Eye liners or brow coloring products
Colored lip products, excluding glosses
Care products specifically for cats which do not fit into a more refined category
Products used in or on vehicles, which do not fit into a more refined category
Paints and primers for auto body or engine
Products for masking odors or adding fragrance to car cabin air
Treatments for the surfaces/body of vehicles that can not be otherwise categorized
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate has been used in the development of fluidic channels to be incorporated in a poly(dimethylsiloxane) (PDMS)-based microfluidic device.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is a photoresist solvent.
Its degradation by microorganisms in different soil types has been investigated.
An oral reference dose (RfD) value of Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate has been obtained from inhalation studies.
The solubility of (5-alkylsulfonyloxyimino-5H-thiophen-2-ylidene)-2-methylphenyl-acetonitriles in Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate has been analyzed.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is a colorless liquid with sweet Ether-like odor.
Additionally, Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is used in cleaning solutions and as a solvent for coatings, acrylics, dyes, inks and stains.
ODOR THRESHOLD = 10 ppm
Odor thresholds of Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate vary greatly.
Do not rely on odor alone to determine potentially hazardous exposures.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is used as a solvent for paints, inks, lacquers, varnishes, cleaners, coatings, ink-removers, and pesticides.
More to that, Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is used in photoresist formulations in the semiconductor industry.
Also, Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is used in solvents for degreasing circuit boards and in food contact applications.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate functions as a solvent in cosmetic formulations.
Further to that, Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is used in surface coatings, inks, and cleaners.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is used as a solvent for paints, inks, lacquers, varnishes, cleaners and coatings.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetateis also used as a solvent for degreasing circuit boards and in food contact applications.
Further, Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is used in photoresist formulations in the semiconductor industry.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is a high-grade industrial solvent with low toxicity and excellent performance.
Furthermore, Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate has strong solubility for polar and non-polar substances.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is suitable for solvents of various polymers of high-grade coatings and inks, including aminomethyl ester, vinyl, polyester, cellulose acetate, alkyd resin, acrylic resin, epoxy resin and nitrocellulose.
Among them. Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is the best solvent in coatings and inks.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is suitable for unsaturated polyester, polyurethane resin, acrylic resin, epoxy resin, etc.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is a photoresist solvent.
Its degradation by microorganisms in different soil types has been investigated.
An oral reference dose (RfD) value of Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate has been obtained from inhalation studies.
The solubility of (5-alkylsulfonyloxyimino-5H-thiophen-2-ylidene)-2-methylphenyl-acetonitriles in Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate has been analyzed.
Industry and Consumer Uses of Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate:
Adhesion/cohesion promoter
Adhesives and sealant chemicals
Cleaning agent
Defoamer
Diluent
Dispersing agent
Finishing agents
Intermediates
Paint additives and coating additives not described by other categories
Photosensitive agent
Photosensitive chemicals
Pigments
Plating agents and surface treating agents
Solvents (for cleaning or degreasing)
Solvents (which become part of product formulation or mixture)
UV stabilizer
Wetting agent (non-aqueous)
Defoamer
Paint additives and coating additives not described by other categories
Photosensitive agent
Pigments
Sealant (barrier)
Methoxy propyl acetate, also known as Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate, is a clear, colourless liquid with a mild ether-like odour.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is only slightly soluble in water but miscible with most common organic solvents.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is slightly hygroscopic, relatively fast evaporating and has a low viscosity.
Moreover, Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate enters into reactions which are characteristic of both esters and ethers, displaying their good solvent power.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is produced by reacting propylene oxide with methanol using a catalyst.
The main applications of Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate are in coatings and printing inks, where it is frequently used as an alternative to ethoxyethyl acetate.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is used as a carrier solvent for resins and inks that are incompatible with water such as acrylics, epoxies, alkyds and polyesters.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is formulated into a great many other industrial and commercial products such as paints, lacquers, varnishes, cleaners, ink removers, pesticides, adhesives, dyes for furniture polishes, wood stains, leather and textiles, and also as a binder for core sands in foundries.
DESCRIPTION
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is a colorless liquid with a sweet ether-like odor.
Besides, Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is a clear liquid that has limited miscibility with water.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is a medium volatility solvent with a mild odour and has the formula C6H12O3.
In addition, Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is a photoresist solvent.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is a slow evaporating solvent with both ether and ester functional groups.
Additionally, Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is a colorless liquid with a mild odor.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is an excellent solvent for many commonly used coating polymers, including cellulose acetate butyrate, nitrocellulose, epoxy resins, acrylic copolymers, and phenoxy resins.
The combination of slow evaporation rate and good solvent activity makes Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate acetate an effective retarder solvent for use in lacquers, thinners, and baking enamels.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is supplied as a urethane grade solvent.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is a glycol type solvent used in inks, coatings, and cleaners.
Ungraded products involving Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate are indicative of a grade suitable for general industrial use or research purposes and typically are not suitable for human consumption or therapeutic use.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate, also known as propylene glycol methyl ether acetate, is a colorless hygroscopic liquid with a unique odor.
More to that, Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is a non-polluting solvent with multi-functional groups.
The molecular formula of Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is C6H12O3.
Not only Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is used as a solvent for printing ink, paint, ink, textile dyes and textile oil, it is also used as a cleaning agent in the production of liquid crystal displays.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is flammable, and when the temperature is above 42°C, it may form explosive vapor/air mixture.
Features of Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate:
Excellent solvent activity
Non-HAP
Non-SARA
Readily biodegradable
Slow evaporation rate
Urethane grade
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is a colorless,combustible liquid with low toxicity.
Further to that, Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate has a characteristic ester odor and is soluble in water tothe extent of 18% at 20°C.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate has excellent solvency for a variety of substances including acrylic, nitrocellulose and urethane coating resins.
Furthermore, Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is a substitute for certain ethyleneglycol (E-series) ether acetates, particularly EEA and EMA.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate, also known as propylene glycol monomethyl ether acetate, with molecular formula of C6H12O3, is a colorless hygroscopic liquid with special smell.
Moreover, Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is a non pollution solvent with multi-functional groups.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is mainly used as the solvent of ink, paint, ink, textile dye and textile oil agent, and also as the cleaning agent in the production of LCD.
Besides, Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is flammable, may form explosive vapor / air mixture above 42 ° C.
Propylene glycol methyl ether acetate (PGMEA) is an advanced solvent.
Its molecule has both ether bond and carbonyl.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate forms the structure of ester and contains alkyl at the same time.
In the same molecule, there are both non-polar and polar parts.
The functional groups of these two parts not only restrict and repel each other, but also play their inherent roles.
Therefore, Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate has a certain solubility for non-polar substances and polar substances.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate is a material contains polar groups and non polar group , has good ability of dissolving and coupling, commonly used in solvent based coatings and screen printing ink.
PROPERTIES
assay: ≥99.5%
autoignition temp.: 669 °F
expl. lim.: 13.1 %
refractive index: n20/D 1.402 (lit.)
bp: 145-146 °C (lit.)
145-146 °C
solubility:
water: soluble 198 g/L at 20 °C
density: 0.970 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
Molecular Weight: 132.16 g/mol
Empirical Formula: C6H12O3
Appearance Colorless: Liquid
Freezing Point: -66°C (-87°F)
Flash Point: – Closed Cup 42°C (108°F)
Boiling Point: @ 760mmHg 146°C (295°F)
Autoignition Temperature: 333°C
Density: @ 20°C 0.967 kg/l, 8.07 lb/gal
Vapor Pressure: @ 20°C 2.8 mmHg
Evaporation Rate: (nBuAc = 1) 0.33
Solubility @ 20°C:
(in Water): 16%
(Water in): 3%
Refractive Index: @ 25°C 1.40
Viscosity: @ 25°C 0.8 cP
Surface Tension: @ 25°C 26.9 dynes/cm
Lower Flammability in Air: 1.5% v/v
Upper Flammability in Air: 7.0% v/v
Specific Heat: @ 25°C 1.85 J/g/°C
Heat of Vaporization: @ normal boiling point 296 J/g
Heat of Combustion: @ 25°C 23.8 kJ/g
Computed Properties:
Molecular Weight: 132.16
XLogP3-AA: 0.4
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count: 0
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 3
Rotatable Bond Count: 4
Exact Mass: 132.078644241
Monoisotopic Mass: 132.078644241
Topological Polar Surface Area: 35.5
Heavy Atom Count: 9
Formal Charge: 0
Complexity: 90.3
Isotope Atom Count: 0
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count: 0
Undefined Atom Stereocenter Count: 1
Defined Bond Stereocenter Count: 0
Undefined Bond Stereocenter Count: 0
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 1
Compound Is Canonicalized: Yes
FIRST AID
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate may cause painful eye irritation and corneal injury.
Repeated or prolonged contact with the skin in very large amounts may cause localised irritation, and in some severe cases may cause drowsiness or dizziness.
High or repeated exposure via inhalation may lead to adverse effects to the nasal passages, liver and kidneys.
Unnecessary exposure should be prevented by appropriate work practices and engineering controls, adequate ventilation and by the use of approved personal protective equipment including gloves, clothing and safety goggles and the use of respirators where appropriate to the task being carried out.
Call for medical aid.
Eye Contact:
Wash with water for 15 min.
Call a physician.
Immediately flush with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting upper and lower lids.
Remove contact lenses, if worn, while rinsing.
Skin Contact:
Remove contaminated clothing and wash contaminated skin with water.
Remove contaminated clothing and wash skin with soap and water.
Inhalation:
Remove the person from exposure.
Begin rescue breathing (using universal precautions) if breathing has stopped and CPR if heart action has stopped.
Transfer promptly to a medical facility.
Ingestion:
Induce vomiting after drinking two glasses of water.
HANDLING AND STORAGE
General industry practice is to store Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate in carbon steel vessels.
Storage in properly lined steel or stainless steel to avoid slight discoloration from carbon steel is recommended.
Product stored or delivered in unlined carbon steel vessels must be filtered due to technically unavoidable particles.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate should be stored under a nitrogen blanket when available.
Avoid contact with air when storing for long periods of time.
This product may absorb water if exposed to air.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate should be stored only in tightly closed, properly vented containers away from heat, sparks, open flame or strong oxidizing agents.
Use only non-sparkingtools.
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.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate 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.
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate and its vapours are combustible.
Thus, Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate should be stored in a cool, well-ventilated place away from sources of ignition and isolated from incompatible materials such as oxidizing agents.
SYNONYMS
1-Methoxy-2-propyl acetate, PMA, PGMEA, PM
Acetate
1-Methoxy-2-propyl acetate
108-65-6
1-methoxypropan-2-yl acetate
Propylene glycol monomethyl ether acetate
2-Acetoxy-1-methoxypropane
PGMEA
Propylene glycol methyl ether acetate
1-Methoxy-2-acetoxypropane
2-Methoxy-1-methylethyl acetate
2-Propanol, 1-methoxy-, acetate
METHOXYISOPROPYL ACETATE
1-METHOXY-2-PROPANOL ACETATE
Propyleneglycol monomethyl ether acetate
NSC 2207
Acetic acid, 2-methoxy-1-methylethyl ester
2-Propanol, 1-methoxy-, 2-acetate
EINECS 203-603-9
PROPYLENEGLYCOLMETHYLETHERACETATE
PA7O2U6S2Q
2-(1-Methoxy)propyl acetate
Propylene glycol 1-methyl ether 2-acetate
Propylene Glycol 1-Monomethyl Ether 2-Acetate
NSC-2207
Dowanol (R) PMA glycol ether acetate
UNII-PA7O2U6S2Q
BRN 1751656
AI3-18548
Arcosolv PMA
Dowanol PMA
MFCD00038500
2-Propanol, acetate
Ektasolve PM Acetate
propylene glycol monomethylether acetate
1,2-Propanediol monomethyl ether acetate
SU 8 DEVELOPER
DSSTox_CID_6796
EC 203-603-9
DSSTox_RID_78216
1-methoxy-2-acetoxy propane
DSSTox_GSID_26796
SCHEMBL15667
CHEMBL3182130
DTXSID1026796
HSDB 8443
LLHKCFNBLRBOGN-UHFFFAOYSA-
NSC2207
propyleneglycol methyl ether acetate
Tox21_201436
AKOS015837930
Glycol Ether PM Acetate Reagent Grade
METHOXYISOPROPYL ACETATE [INCI]
NCGC00249046-01
NCGC00258987-01
CAS-108-65-6
FT-0675939
P1171
1,2-Propanediol 1-Monomethyl Ether 2-Acetate
1,2-Propanediol monomethyl ether acetate, 99%
Propylene glycol monomethyl ether acetate(PMA)
Propylene glycol monomethyl ether acetate, 99%
EN300-1725866
J-504836
Q2170375
Propylene glycol monomethyl ether acetate, >=99.0% (GC)
Propylene glycol monomethyl ether acetate, ReagentPlus(R), >=99.5%
Propylene glycol monomethyl ether acetate, Vetec(TM) reagent grade
Propylene glycol 1-methyl ether 2-acetate 100 microg/mL in Acetonitrile
1,2-PROPANEDIOL 1-MONOMETHYL ETHER 2-ACETATE
1,2-PROPANEDIOL MONOMETHYL ETHER ACETATE
1-METHOXY-2-PROPANOL ACETATE
1-METHOXY-2-PROPYL ACETATE
2-(1-METHOXY)PROPYL ACETATE
2-ACETOXY-1-METHOXYPROPANE
2-METHOXY-1-METHYLETHYL ACETATE
2-(METHOXY)PROPYL ACETATE
ACETIC ACID 2-METHOXYPROPYL ESTER
ACETIC ACID METHOXYPROPYL ESTER
ARCOSOLV(R) PMA
DOWANOL(TM) PMA
GLYCOL ETHER PMA
MPA
PMA
PMA-EL
PROPYLENE GLYCOL 1-METHYL ETHER 2-ACETATE
PROPYLENE GLYCOL 1-MONOMETHYL ETHER 2-ACETATE
PROPYLENE GLYCOL METHYL ETHER ACETATE
PROPYLENE GLYCOL MONOMETHYL ETHER ACETATE