1-Methoxy-2-propanol/CAS:107-98-2
General Description:
Propylene glycol monomethyl ether is a colorless liquid with a sweet ether-like odor and bitter taste. It is soluble in water, ether, acetone, and benzene.
Specification:
| Item | Specification |
| Melting point | -97 °C |
| Boiling point | 118-119 °C(lit.) |
| Density | 0.922 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| Vapor density | 3.12 (vs air) |
| Vapor pressure | 10.9 mm Hg ( 25 °C) |
| Refractive index | n20/D 1.403(lit.) |
| Fp | 93 °F |
| Storage temp. | Store at +2°C to +25°C. |
| Solubility | water: miscible |
| Form | Liquid |
| Color | Colorless |
Usage
1-Methoxy-2-propanol is primarily used in the manufacture of lacquers and paints, as an anti-freeze in industrial engines, a tailing agent for inks used on very high-speed presses, a coupling agent for resins and dyes in waterbased inks, and a solvent for celluloses, acrylics, dyes, inks, and stains. It is also used in cleaning products such as glass and rug cleaners, carbon and grease removers, and paint and varnish removers; and in pesticide formulations as a solvent for applications to crops and animals.
Packaging and Shipping
190KG/Drum or ISO Tank.
Store in a cool, ventilated, and dry place, and transport as a hazardous chemical.
Keep and storage
Shelf life:24 month from date of manufacture in original unopened packaging stored in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight, water.
Ventilated warehouse, Low temperature drying, Separated from oxidants, acids.









