PROPYLENE GLYCOL METHYL ETHER

Propylene glycol methyl ether has 100% water solubility and is ideally suited as a coupling agent in a wide range of solvent systems.

Propylene glycol methyl ether has a high water solubility, excellent solvent with good coupling properties making Propylene glycol methyl ether suitable for cleaning solutions and coating applications.

Propylene glycol methyl ether is glycol ethers based on propylene oxide and methanol.

CAS Number: 107-98-2

EC Number: 203-539-1

Chemical Formula: CH3OCH2CH(OH)CH3

Molar Mass: 90.12 g/mol

Synonyms: 1-Methoxy-2-propanol, 107-98-2, 1-Methoxypropan-2-ol, Methoxyisopropanol, PGME, 2-Propanol, 1-methoxy-, Closol, Propylene glycol monomethyl ether, Dowtherm 209, 1-Methoxy-2-hydroxypropane, Propasol solvent M, Dowanol 33B, PROPYLENE GLYCOL METHYL ETHER, 2-Methoxy-1-methylethanol, Methyl proxitol, 2-Propanol, methoxy-, Propylene glycol 1-methyl ether, Ucar Solvent LM (Obs.), NSC 2409, Dowanol-33B, HSDB 1016, 1-methoxy-propan-2-ol, EINECS 203-539-1, UN3092, BRN 1731270, UNII-74Z7JO8V3U, .alpha.-Propylene glycol monomethyl ether, AI3-15573, 74Z7JO8V3U, Propyleneglycol monomethyl ether, DTXSID8024284, NSC-2409, EC 203-539-1, 3-01-00-02146 (Beilstein Handbook Reference), DTXCID804284, CAS-107-98-2, propyleneglycol monomethylether, Glycol ether pm, Ucar solvent lm, Solvent PM, Icinol PM, methoxy isopropanol, Methoxy-2-propanol, MFCD00004537, 1-methoxypropanol-2, 1-Metoxipropan-2-ol, 1-Metoksy-2-propanol, PME (CHRIS Code), 3-methoxy-propan-2-ol, Propan-1-methoxy-2-ol, 2-Propanol, 1-metoxi-, rac-1-methoxy-2-propanol, 1- methoxypropan- 2- ol, 1,2-PROPYLENE GLYCOL 1-MONOMETHYL ETHER, 2-methoxy-1-methyl ethanol, Propan-2-ol, 1-methoxy-, propylene glycol monomethylether, 1-Methoxy-2-propanol, 98%, 1-Methoxy-2-propanol (PGME), Methoxypropanol, .alpha. isomer, (+/-)-1-methoxy-2-propanol, 1 – methoxypropan – 2 – ol, CHEMBL3186306, METHOXYISOPROPANOL [INCI], NSC2409, WLN: QY1 & 1O1, propylene glycol mono methyl ether, (+/-)2-methoxy-1-methylethanol, Propylene Glycol 1-Monomethyl Ether, Tox21_201803, Tox21_303269, LS-444, NA3092, 1-Methoxy-2-propanol, >=99.5%, AKOS009158246, SB44649, SB44662, NCGC00249123-01, NCGC00256978-01, NCGC00259352-01, Propylene glycol monomethyl ether (PGME), 1-METHOXY-2-HYDROXYPROPANE [HSDB], 1-Methoxy-2-propanol, analytical standard, FT-0608005, FT-0647598, FT-0654880, FT-0655258, M0126, EN300-73396, E72455, PROPYLENE GLYCOL MONOMETHYL ETHER, ALPHA, 1-Methoxy-2-propanol [UN3092] [Flammable liquid], Q1884806, VOC Mixture 614 1.3-930 microg/mL in Triacetin, 1-Methoxy-2-propanol [UN3092] [Flammable liquid], VOC Mixture Kit 664 0.15-930 microg/mL in Triacetin, Z825742124, Propylene glycol monomethyl ether; (UCAR TRIOL HG-170), Propylene glycol monomethyl ether; (UCAR TRIOL HG-170), InChI=1/C4H10O2/c1-4(5)3-6-2/h4-5H,3H2,1-2H, 1-Methoxy-2-propanol [ACD/IUPAC Name], 107-98-2 [RN], 1-Methoxy-2-hydroxypropane, 1-Methoxy-2-propanol [German] [ACD/IUPAC Name], 1-Méthoxy-2-propanol [French] [ACD/IUPAC Name], 1-methoxypropan-2-ol, 203-539-1 [EINECS], 2-Propanol, 1-methoxy- [ACD/Index Name], 74Z7JO8V3U, DOWANOL(R) PM, Methoxyisopropanol, Propylene glycol methyl ether [Wiki], Propylene glycol monomethyl ether, Propyleneglycol monomethyl ether, UB7700000, UN 3092, UNII:74Z7JO8V3U, (R)-1-Methoxypropan-2-ol, (R)-tert-butyl 3-formylpiperidine-1-carboxylate, (S)-1-Methoxypropan-2-ol, 1,2-propylene glycol 1-monomethyl ether, 2-Methoxy-1-methylethanol, 2-Propanol, methoxy-, Closol [Trade name], Dowanol 33B [Trade name], Dowanol PM [Trade name], Dowanol-33B [Trade name], Dowtherm 209 [Trade name], Icinol PM [Trade name], methoxypropanol, Methoxypropanol, α isomer, Methyl proxitol, MFCD01632587 [MDL number], MFCD01632588 [MDL number], PGME, Propan-1-methoxy-2-ol, propan-2-ol, 1-methoxy-, Propasol solvent M [Trade name], Propylene glycol 1-methyl ether, Propylenglykol-monomethylaether [German], QY1 & 1O1 [WLN], Solvent PM [Trade name], ucar solvent LM [Trade name], α-Propylene glycol monomethyl ether

Propylene glycol methyl ether is a colorless liquid with a slight ethereal odor that is used as an excellent industrial solvent with low toxicity and has strong solubility for polar and unpolar materials, which can be used for advanced paints, printing inks as well as some other polymers including glycol acid resin, acrylic acid resin, epoxy resin and nitrocellulose.

Propylene glycol methyl ether is an organic solvent with a wide variety of industrial and commercial uses.

Similar to other glycol ethers, Propylene glycol methyl ether is used as a carrier/solvent in printing/writing inks and paints/coatings.

Propylene glycol methyl ether also finds use as an industrial and commercial paint stripper.

Propylene glycol methyl ether is used as an antifreeze in diesel engines.

Propylene glycol methyl ether is registered under the REACH Regulation and is manufactured in and / or imported to the European Economic Area, at ≥ 100 000 to < 1 000 000 tonnes per annum. Propylene glycol methyl ether is used by consumers, in articles, by professional workers (widespread uses), in formulation or re-packing, at industrial sites and in manufacturing. Propylene glycol methyl ether , a medium-boiling glycol ether, is an active solvent for cellulose acetate butyrate, nitrocellulose, epoxy, phenolic, acrylic, and alkyd resins. Propylene glycol methyl ether is used in a variety of coating, printing ink, and cleaning applications. Propylene glycol methyl ether, a glycol ether, can be synthesized by reacting propylene oxide with methanol in the presence of ZnMgAl (zinc-magnesium-aluminium) catalysts. Propylene glycol methyl ether degradation by microorganisms in different soil types has been investigated. An oral reference dose (RfD) and an inhalation reference concentration (RfC) values of Propylene glycol methyl ether have been obtained from inhalation studies in F344 rats and B6C3F1 mice. Propylene glycol methyl ether is glycol ethers based on propylene oxide and methanol. Propylene glycol methyl ether is solvent having a bi-functional nature (ether-alcohol and the respective acetate). Propylene glycol methyl ether is clear liquid, with PGMEA having a pleasant, fruity odour. Propylene glycol methyl ether, also known as Methoxy propanol, is a clear, colourless liquid with a faint ether-like odour. Propylene glycol methyl ether is soluble in water and has moderate volatility. Propylene glycol methyl ether is a propylene oxide-based glycol ether which is fast evaporating and hydrophilic. Propylene glycol methyl ether has low surface tension as well as excellent solvency and coupling abilities. Propylene glycol methyl ether is produced by reacting propylene oxide with methanol using a catalyst. Propylene glycol methyl ether appears as a colorless liquid. Propylene glycol methyl ether is flash point near 89 °F. Propylene glycol methyl ether is used as a solvent and as an antifreeze agent. Propylene glycol methyl ether is the fastest evaporating solvent of the glycol ether family. Propylene glycol methyl ether has a high water solubility, excellent solvent with good coupling properties making Propylene glycol methyl ether suitable for cleaning solutions and coating applications. Propylene glycol methyl ether has 100% water solubility and is ideally suited as a coupling agent in a wide range of solvent systems. Propylene glycol methyl ether is a clear, colorless liquid with an ether-like odor. Propylene glycol methyl ether is completely soluble in water, with moderate volatility and is used as a solvent. Propylene glycol methyl ether is a widely used organic solvent in industrial and commercial applications. Like other glycol ethers, Propylene glycol methyl ether is used as a carrier/solvent in printing/writing inks and paints/coatings. Propylene glycol methyl ether is also used as an industrial and commercial paint stripper. Propylene glycol methyl ether is used as an antifreeze in diesel engines. Propylene glycol methyl ether is the fastest evaporating solvent in the glycol ether family. Propylene glycol methyl ether offers very high water solubility and active solvency, and is widely used in coating and cleaning applications. Propylene glycol methyl ether offers better viscosity reduction than heavier molecular weight glycol ethers and is particularly effective in epoxy and high solids acrylic systems. Propylene glycol methyl ether is a colourless highly flammable liquid that is soluble in water. Propylene glycol methyl ether is a methoxy alcohol derivative with the formula of C4H10O2. Propylene glycol methyl ether is an organic solvent with a variety of industrial and commercial uses. Similar to other glycol ethers, Propylene glycol methyl ether is used as a carrier solvent in printing inks. Furthermore is Propylene glycol methyl ether used as industrial and commercial paint stripper, paints, varnishes and inks. Propylene glycol monomethyl ether and ethylene glycol ether are both glycol ether solvent. From human toxicity’s perspective, toxicity of propylene glycol ether is lower than that of ethylene glycol ether, thereby making Propylene glycol methyl ether as low toxicity ether. Propylene glycol methyl ether has a slight glycol odor but is not strongly irritating, making Propylene glycol methyl ether usage wider and safer. As there are both ether and hydroxyl groups in Propylene glycol methyl ether molecular structure, Propylene glycol methyl ether has excellent solubility and possesses ideal rate of evaporation and reactivity, leading to a wide range of applications. Propylene glycol methyl ether is a water-soluble solvent with unique properties making Propylene glycol methyl ether ideal for use in a wide range of applications, including those that require a high degree of solvency, quick evaporation, and good surface tension reduction. Propylene glycol methyl ether is an effective product for use in the paints and coatings industry, as well as being a good solvent, Propylene glycol methyl ether can promote good film surfaces by maintaining dissolved resins during the evaporation process. Propylene glycol methyl ether provides good solvency for a wide variety of resins including acrylic, epoxies, polyesters, nitrocellulose and polyurethanes. For cleaners they offer low toxicity, good coupling, wetting and penetration, and high solvency for polar and nonpolar materials. Propylene glycol methyl ether, also known as 1-methoxy-2-propanol, is a colorless organic chemical compound. Generally, Propylene glycol methyl ether is medium boiling glycol ether that is categorized under P-series glycol ether group. Propylene glycol methyl ether is produced by the reaction between propylene oxide and methanol which is carried out in presence catalyst. Propylene glycol methyl ether are used prevalently as an organic solvent in commercial as well as industrial applications such as printing ink, chemical, agricultural, and automotive, among others. The physico-chemical properties of Propylene glycol methyl ether such as excellent solvent activity, high dilution ratio, medium evaporation rate, and readily biodegradable nature, among other owing to which Propylene glycol methyl ether appears as suitable alternative for petroleum based solvents. Thereby, Propylene glycol methyl ether leads to increase in demand for Propylene glycol methyl ether in several industries such as chemical, automotive and paint & coating is increased in order to support sustainability development Propylene glycol methyl ether Market Segmentation: Based on product type, global Propylene glycol methyl ether market is segmented into; PM (Propylene Glycol Mono Methyl Ether) DPM (Dipropylene Glycol Mono Methyl Ether) TPM (Tripropylene Glycol Mono Methyl Ether) Based on application, global Propylene glycol methyl ether market is segmented into; Chemical intermediate Solvent Coalescing agent Coatings Electronics TFT-LCD Manufacturing Semiconductor Others Uses of Propylene glycol methyl ether: Propylene glycol methyl ether is an organic solvent with a wide variety of industrial and commercial uses. Similar to other glycol ethers, Propylene glycol methyl ether is used as a carrier/solvent in printing/writing inks and paints/coatings. Propylene glycol methyl ether also finds use as an industrial and commercial paint stripper. Propylene glycol methyl ether is used as intermediates and in formulations in industrial, professional or consumer applications, mainly in surface coatings, printing inks, cleaners, agrochemical or de-icing/anti-icing formulations. Propylene glycol methyl ether is also used as extractants, as coalescing agents and as flow improvers in waterbased paints.  Propylene glycol methyl ether is active solvent for solvent-based coatings. Propylene glycol methyl ether is active and tail solvent for solvent based gravure and flexographic printing inks. Propylene glycol methyl ether is coupling agent in solvent blends for water-based gravure, flexographic, and silk screen printing inks. Propylene glycol methyl ether is carrier solvent for ball point and felt tip writing pen inks. Propylene glycol methyl ether is coupling agent and solvent for household and industrial cleaners, rust removers, and hard surface cleaners. Propylene glycol methyl ether is solvent for agricultural pesticides, deactivator and emollient for livestock pesticides Propylene glycol methyl ether is used as a solvent in paints, inks, nail polish removers, and cleaning agents. Propylene glycol methyl ether is also used in finishing leather and in electronics and agriculture. Propylene glycol methyl 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. Propylene glycol methyl ether is chiefly used in manufacture of lacquers and paints. Propylene glycol methyl ether has been used as an antifreeze material, principally in ebullient cooling systems and in some heavy-duty diesel engines. Propylene glycol methyl ether is as a solvent component in paints and printing inks, improves the wetting of some pigments and colorants. Propylene glycol methyl ether has a good solvency for cellulose nitrate, cellulose ethers, chlorinated rubber, poly(vinyl acetate), poly(vinyl butyral), ketone and ketone-formaldehyde resins, shellac, colophony, phenol-, melamine-, and urea-formaldehyde resins, alkyd resins, polyacrylates, polymethacrylates, castor oil, linseed oil, and some vinyl chloride copolymers. Being a moderately volatile solvent, Propylene glycol methyl ether improves paint penetration, flow properties, and the gloss of paint coats. Propylene glycol methyl ether also prevents blushing and formation of fish eyes and blisters. Addition of Propylene glycol methyl ether does not delay the drying of paint systems. Consumer Uses: Cleaning agent Corrosion inhibitor Diluent Dispersing agent Functional fluids (closed systems) Intermediates Not Known or Reasonably Ascertainable Other Other (specify) Paint additives and coating additives not described by other categories Pigment Pigments Processing aids, specific to petroleum production Solvent UV stabilizer Viscosity adjustors Other Consumer Uses: Propylene glycol methyl ether is used in the following products: coating products, washing & cleaning products, anti-freeze products, cosmetics and personal care products, biocides (e.g. disinfectants, pest control products) and inks and toners. Other release to the environment of Propylene glycol methyl ether is likely to occur from: indoor use (e.g. machine wash liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints and coating or adhesives, fragrances and air fresheners) and outdoor use as processing aid. Widespread uses by professional workers: Propylene glycol methyl ether is used in the following products: coating products, washing & cleaning products, plant protection products, adhesives and sealants, fillers, putties, plasters, modelling clay and inks and toners. Propylene glycol methyl ether has an industrial use resulting in manufacture of another substance (use of intermediates). Propylene glycol methyl ether is used in the following areas: printing and recorded media reproduction, building & construction work and health services. Propylene glycol methyl ether is used for the manufacture of: machinery and vehicles and rubber products. Other release to the environment of Propylene glycol methyl ether is likely to occur from: indoor use (e.g. machine wash liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints and coating or adhesives, fragrances and air fresheners) and outdoor use. Uses at industrial sites: Propylene glycol methyl ether is used in the following products: coating products, semiconductors, fillers, putties, plasters, modelling clay and washing & cleaning products. Propylene glycol methyl ether has an industrial use resulting in manufacture of another substance (use of intermediates). Propylene glycol methyl ether is used in the following areas: building & construction work. Propylene glycol methyl ether is used for the manufacture of: chemicals, machinery and vehicles, electrical, electronic and optical equipment and fabricated metal products. Release to the environment of Propylene glycol methyl ether can occur from industrial use: in processing aids at industrial sites and as an intermediate step in further manufacturing of another substance (use of intermediates). Industry Uses: Adhesives and sealant chemicals Corrosion inhibitor Diluent Dispersing agent Functional fluids (closed systems) Intermediate Intermediates Not Known or Reasonably Ascertainable Other (specify) Paint additives and coating additives not described by other categories Photosensitive agent Pigment Pigments Sealant (barrier) Solvent Solvents (for cleaning or degreasing) Solvents (which become part of product formulation or mixture) UV stabilizer Viscosity adjustors Industrial Processes with risk of exposure: Painting (Solvents) Plastic Composites Manufacturing Leather Tanning and Processing Textiles (Printing, Dyeing, or Finishing) Silk-Screen Printing Applications of Propylene glycol methyl ether: Propylene glycol methyl ether isprimarily used as a chemical building block for the production of Propylene glycol methyl ether acetate. Propylene glycol methyl ether is also used as a solvent in manufacturing processes for the chemical, automotive and agricultural industries and in paint, lacquer and varnishes. Propylene glycol methyl ether is used as a coalescing agent in water-based paints and inks where Propylene glycol methyl ether promotes polymer fusion during the drying process. Propylene glycol methyl ether is formulated into a wide range of cleaners for industrial and commercial use such as those for ovens, glass, hard surfaces, floors, carpets and upholstery, as well as in speciality sanitation products such as swimming pool cleaners. Propylene glycol methyl ether is also present in many everyday products such as polish, laundry aids, caulk, sealants, pesticides, inks for ballpoint and felt-tip pens, synthetic resin and rubber adhesives. Other Applications: Architectural coatings Auto OEM Auto refinish Automotive Building materials Commerical printing inks General industrial coatings Graphic arts Janitorial & household cleaners Marine Paints & coatings Protective coatings Wood coatings Benefits and Applications of Propylene glycol methyl ether: Coatings: Propylene glycol methyl ether provides good solvency for a wide variety of resins including acrylic, epoxies, alkyds, polyesters, nitrocellulose and polyurethanes. Key properties for coating reformulation also include complete water miscibility and good coupling ability. Propylene glycol methyl ether is a good substitute for E-series solvents; particularly, Ethylene glycol methyl ether and Ethylene glycol ethyl ether. Cleaners: Low toxicity, surface tension reduction, and fast evaporation are some of the benefits of using Propylene glycol methyl ether in cleaning formulations. Propylene glycol methyl ether also provides good solvency for polar and non polar materials. Propylene glycol methyl ether can also be used in combination with Dowanol PnB / Arcosolv PnB in glass cleaning formulations. Chemical Intermediate: Propylene glycol methyl ether can be used in combination with other glycol ethers or solvents to custom tailor properties to meet the full requirements of the formulation. Propylene glycol methyl ether has a very low content of primary alcohol, generally below 2%. The primary alcohol isomer is more reactive than the secondary alcohol isomer. Low primary alcohol content minimizes side product formation. Electronics: Propylene glycol methyl ether is used in conjunction with other solvents in the manufacture of laminates which are used to make circuit boards. Additionally, Propylene glycol methyl ether may be used in the cleaning and removal of solder flux and masks. Other Applications: The properties listed in the previous section also support the use of Propylene glycol methyl ether in agricultural, cosmetic, ink, textile and adhesives products. Key attributes of Propylene glycol methyl ether: Excellent solvent activity Good coupling efficiency High dilution ratio Inert - Food use with limitations Inert - Nonfood use Medium evaporation rate Miscible with water and most organic liquids Non-HAP Non-SARA Readily biodegradable Manufacturing Methods of Propylene glycol methyl ether: Ethers are prepared commercially by reacting propylene oxide with alcohol of choice in presence of catalyst. They also may be prepared by direct alkylation of selected glycol with appropriate alkylating agent such as dialkyl sulfate in presence of alkali. Propylene glycol methyl ether is produced by reacting propylene oxide with methanol. General Manufacturing Information of Propylene glycol methyl ether: Industry Processing Sectors: Adhesive Manufacturing All Other Basic Organic Chemical Manufacturing Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing Construction Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing Furniture and Related Product Manufacturing Miscellaneous Manufacturing Not Known or Reasonably Ascertainable Oil and Gas Drilling, Extraction, and Support activities Other (requires additional information) Paint and Coating Manufacturing Petrochemical Manufacturing Plastics Material and Resin Manufacturing Plastics Product Manufacturing Printing Ink Manufacturing Synthetic Dye and Pigment Manufacturing Textiles, apparel, and leather manufacturing Transportation Equipment Manufacturing Wholesale and Retail Trade In order to identify users of Propylene glycol methyl ether and potential exposures, a chemical registration database maintained in Switzerland was analysed. The database contains information on the composition of products (qualitative and quantitative), the field of use, the year of registration and the domain of commercial applications (public or professional). Identification of potential exposures in Switzerland was carried out.  Out of a total of 150,000 products, 2334 were found to contain Propylene glycol methyl ether and most contained between 1% and 10% Propylene glycol methyl ether. There was a great increase in the number of products declared between 1983 and 1991. The principal fields of use were in inks, varnishes and paints. Handling and storage of Propylene glycol methyl ether: Propylene glycol methyl ether and its vapours are flammable. Propylene glycol methyl ether should be stored in a cool, well-ventilated place away from sources of ignition. Propylene glycol methyl ether must be isolated from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizers, bases and acids. Propylene glycol methyl ether is a mild, but usually temporary, irritant to the eyes. Repeated or prolonged contact with the skin may cause irritation, and in very large amounts skin absorption may cause drowsiness or dizziness. High levels of Propylene glycol methyl ether vapour may produce eye, nose and throat irritation, and at very high levels may produce anaesthetic or narcotic effects. 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. Precautions for safe handling of Propylene glycol methyl ether: Advice on safe handling: Work under hood. Do not inhale substance/mixture. Avoid generation of vapours/aerosols. Advice on protection against fire and explosion: Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. 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. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition. Air sensitive. Forms explosive peroxides on prolonged storage May form peroxides on contact with air. Storage class: Storage class (TRGS 510): 3: Flammable liquids Stability and reactivity of Propylene glycol methyl ether: Reactivity: Can violently decompose at elevated temperatures Stable under recommended storage conditions. Vapor/air-mixtures are explosive at intense warming. Chemical stability: Sensitive to air. Propylene glycol methyl ether is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature). May form peroxides on prolonged storage. Date container and periodically test for peroxides. Possibility of hazardous reactions: No data available Conditions to avoid: May form explosive peroxides. Incompatible materials: Strong oxidizing agents First aid measures of Propylene glycol methyl ether: General advice: Show Propylene glycol methyl ether 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. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed: No data available Firefighting measures of Propylene glycol methyl ether: Suitable extinguishing media: Water Foam Carbon dioxide (CO2) Dry powder Unsuitable extinguishing media: For Propylene glycol methyl ether  no limitations of extinguishing agents are given. Special hazards arising from Propylene glycol methyl ether or mixture: Carbon oxides Flash back possible over considerable distance. Container explosion may occur under fire conditions. Vapors may form explosive mixture with air. May form peroxides of unknown stability. Combustible. Vapors are heavier than air and may spread along floors. Forms explosive mixtures with air at elevated temperatures. Development of hazardous combustion gases or vapours possible in the event of fire. Advice for firefighters: In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Further information: Remove container from danger zone and cool with water. Prevent fire extinguishing water from contaminating surface water or the ground water system. Accidental release measures of Propylene glycol methyl ether: Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures: Advice for non-emergency personnel: Do not breathe vapors, aerosols. Avoid substance contact. Ensure adequate ventilation. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition. Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert. Environmental precautions: Do not let product enter drains. Risk of explosion. 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 (e.g. Chemizorb). Dispose of properly. Clean up affected area. Identifiers of Propylene glycol methyl ether: CAS Number: 107-98-2 ChemSpider: 7612 ECHA InfoCard: 100.003.218 PubChem CID: 7900 UNII: 74Z7JO8V3U CompTox Dashboard (EPA): DTXSID8024284 InChI: InChI=1S/C4H10O2/c1-4(5)3-6-2/h4-5H,3H2,1-2H3 Key: ARXJGSRGQADJSQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N SMILES: CC(O)COC Synonym(s): Propylene glycol methyl ether, Propyleneglycol monomethyl ether Linear Formula: CH3CH(OH)CH2OCH3 CAS Number: 107-98-2 Molecular Weight: 90.12 Beilstein: 1731270 EC Number: 203-539-1 MDL number: MFCD00004537 PubChem Substance ID: 57651153 CAS number: 107-98-2 EC index number: 603-064-00-3 EC number: 203-539-1 Hill Formula: C₄H₁₀O₂ Chemical formula: CH₃OCH₂CH(OH)CH₃ Molar Mass: 90.12 g/mol HS Code: 2909 49 80 Properties of Propylene glycol methyl ether: Chemical formula: C4H10O2 Molar mass: 90.122 g·mol−1 Appearance: Colorless liquid Odor: Ethereal Density: 0.92 g/cm3 (20 °C) Melting point: −97 °C (−143 °F; 176 K) Boiling point: 120 °C (248 °F; 393 K) Solubility in water: Miscible log P: -0.45 Formula: CH3OCH2CHOHCH3 CAS No: 107-98-2 Molar mass: 90.1 g mol Density: 0.919 g/cm, liquid Boiling Point: 120 C Viscosity: 1.7 cP at 25 C Other Names: Dowanol PM, 1-Methoxy-2-propanol, Methoxypropanol, Propylene glycol monomethyl ether, vapor density: 3.12 (vs air) Quality Level: 200 vapor pressure: 10.9 mmHg ( 25 °C) product line: ReagentPlus® Assay: ≥99.5% form: liquid autoignition temp.: 532 °F expl. lim.: 13.8 % impurities: ≤0.001% water refractive index: n20/D 1.403 (lit.) bp: 118-119 °C (lit.) mp: -97 °C solubility: water: miscible density: 0.916 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.) application(s): microbiology greener alternative category: Aligned SMILES string: CC(O)COC InChI: 1S/C4H10O2/c1-4(5)3-6-2/h4-5H,3H2,1-2H3 InChI key: ARXJGSRGQADJSQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N Boiling point: 120 °C (1013 mbar) Density: 0.921 g/cm3 (25 °C) Explosion limit: 1.7 - 11.5 %(V) Flash point: 34 °C Ignition temperature: 287 °C Melting Point: -96 °C pH value: 4 - 7 (200 g/l, H₂O, 20 °C) Vapor pressure: 11.33 hPa (20 °C) Molecular Weight: 90.12 g/mol XLogP3-AA: -0.2 Hydrogen Bond Donor Count: 1 Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 2 Rotatable Bond Count: 2 Exact Mass: 90.068079557 g/mol Monoisotopic Mass: 90.068079557 g/mol Topological Polar Surface Area: 29.5Ų Heavy Atom Count: 6 Complexity: 28.7 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 Computed by PubChem (release 2021.05.07) Specifications of Propylene glycol methyl ether: Purity (GC): ≥ 99.5 % 2-Methoxypropan-1-ol (GC): ≤ 0.29 % Identity (IR): conforms Free acid (as C₂H₅COOH): ≤ 0.002 % Al (Aluminium): ≤ 20 ppb Ca (Calcium): ≤ 50 ppb Cu (Copper): ≤ 20 ppb Fe (Iron): ≤ 100 ppb K (Potassium): ≤ 50 ppb Na (Sodium): ≤ 1000 ppb Ni (Nickel): ≤ 20 ppb Zn (Zinc): ≤ 20 ppb Water: ≤ 0.1 % Related Products of Propylene glycol methyl ether: 2,4-Dibromo-6-Fluoro-Benzonitrile 2,2-Dibromo-2-chloroacetamide (3S)​-3-[[(1,1-Dimethylethoxy)​carbonyl]​amino]​-4-hydroxy-butanoic Acid Methyl Ester (2Z)-1-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-2-butenedioic Acid 4-Ethyl Ester (2Z)-1-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-2-butenedioic Acid 4-Methyl Ester Names of Propylene glycol methyl ether: Regulatory process names: 1-Methoxy-2-hydroxypropane 1-METHOXY-2-PROPANOL 1-Methoxy-2-propanol 1-methoxy-2-propanol monopropylene glycol methyl ether 1-methoxy-2-propanol; monopropylene glycol methyl ether 1-methoxypropan-2-ol 1-methoxypropan-2-ol 1-Methoxypropanol-2 2-Methoxy-1-methylethanol 2-Propanol, 1-methoxy- Closol Dowanol 33B Dowtherm 209 Methoxyisopropanol Methyl proxitol PGME Poly-Solve MPM Propasol solvent M Propylene glycol 1-methyl ether Propylene glycol methyl ether Ucar Solvent LM (Obs.) Translated names: 1-methoxy-2-propanol monopropylenglycolmethylether (da) 1-Methoxy-2-propanol Monopropylenglycolmethylether (de) 1-methoxypropaan-2-ol propyleenglycolmonomethylether (nl) 1-methoxypropan-2-ol propylenglykolmonomethylether (cs) 1-metoksi-2-propanol monopropilen glikol metil eter (sl) 1-metoksi-2-propanoli monopropyleeniglykolimetyylieetteri (fi) 1-metoksi-2-propanolis monopropilenglikolio metileteris (lt) 1-metoksi-2-propanols monopropilēnglikola metilēteris (lv) 1-metoksy-2-propanol propylenglykolmonometyleter monopropylenglykolmetyleter (no) 1-metoksypropan-2-ol eter monometylowy glikolu propylenowego (pl) 1-metoksü-2-propanool monopropüleenglükoolmetüüleeter (et) 1-metossi-2-propanol eteru tal-metil glikol monopropilen (mt) 1-metossi-2-propanolo propilene glicol mono metil etere (it) 1-metoxi-2-propanol (sv) 1-metoxi-2-propanol monopropilen glicol metil eter (ro) 1-metoxi-2-propanol monopropilén-glikol-metil-éter (hu) 1-metoxi-2-propanol éter metílico de monopropilenglicol (es) 1-metoxi-2-propanol éter monometílico de propilenoglicol (pt) 1-metoxypropán-2-ol monopropylénglykol-metyléter (sk) 1-méthoxy-2-propanol; éther méthylique de monopropylène glycol éther méthylique de monopropylèneglycol (fr) 1-μεθοξυ-προπανόλη-2 μονομεθυλαιθέρας της προπυλενογλυκόλης (el) 1-метокси-2-пропанол монопропилен гликол метил етер (bg) IUPAC names: 1-METHOXY-2-PROPANOL 1-Methoxy-2-Propanol 1-Methoxy-2-propanol 1-methoxy-2-Propanol 1-methoxy-2-propanol 1-Methoxy-2-propanol 1-Methoxy-2-propanol (Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether) 1-methoxy-2-propanol monopropylene glycol methyl ether 1-Methoxy-2-propanol; 1-Methoxy-2-propanol; 2-Propanol, 1-methoxy-; Closol ... 1-methoxy-2-propanol; monopropylene glycol methyl ether 1-Methoxy-propan-2-ol 1-methoxy-propan-2-ol 1-METHOXYPROPAN-2-OL 1-Methoxypropan-2-ol 1-methoxypropan-2-ol 1-methoxypropan-2-ol 1-methoxypropan-2-ol ... Propylene glycol monomethyl ether 1-Methoxypropanol-2 1-metoksi-2-propanol 1-metoksypropan-2-ol 1-méthoxy-2-propanol 2-propanol, 1-methoxy 2-Propanol, 1-methoxy- Agent IA94 Dowanol PM Dowanol PM - TE0036 Glycol Ether PM Hydrocarbons, C9-C12, n-alkanes, isoalkanes, cyclics, aromatics Identification: ? 1-methoxy-2-propanol methoxy propanol methoxy-1-propanol-2 monopropylene glycol methyl ether Not available PM Solvent propylene glycol methyl ether Propylene glycol methyl ether Propylene glycol methyl ether [PGME] (CAS 107-98-2) Propylene glycol monomethyl ether Propylene glycol monomethyl ether propylene glycol monomethylether Propyleneglycol monomethyl ether propyleneglycol monomethylether triphenyl phosphite Preferred IUPAC name: 1-Methoxypropan-2-ol Trade names: 1-Methoxy-2-hydroxypropane 1-Methoxy-2-propanol 1-methoxypropan-2-ol 1-Methoxypropanol-2 2-Methoxy-1-methylethanol 2-Propanol, 1-methoxy- (6CI, 7CI, 8CI, 9CI) Agent IA94 Dowanol TM PM Glycol DOWANOL™ PM Glycol Ether Glycol Ether PM METHYLPROXITOL MFG MISSION MODELS POLYURETHANE MIX ADDITIVE ronacoat ro 304 SHP 401 SOLVENON PM Other names: PGME 1-Methoxy-2-propanol Methoxypropanol α-Propylene glycol monomethyl ether Dowanol PM Other identifiers: 107-98-2 58769-19-0 603-064-00-3