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8.02933

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Diethylene glycol dibutyl ether

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Synonym(s):

Diethylene glycol dibutyl ether

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About This Item

Linear Formula:
(CH3CH2CH2CH2OCH2CH2)2O
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
218.33
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
12352112
EC Index Number:
204-001-9
NACRES:
NA.22

vapor pressure

0.01 hPa ( 20 °C)

Quality Level

assay

≥98.0% (GC)

form

liquid

autoignition temp.

268 °C

potency

3900 mg/kg LD50, oral (Rat)
3555 mg/kg LD50, skin (Rabbit)

bp

254 °C/1013 hPa

mp

-60 °C

transition temp

flash point 118 °C

solubility

3 g/L

density

0.88 g/cm3 at 20 °C

storage temp.

2-30°C

InChI

1S/C12H26O3/c1-3-5-7-13-9-11-15-12-10-14-8-6-4-2/h3-12H2,1-2H3

InChI key

KZVBBTZJMSWGTK-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Application


  • Transport and Association of Ions in Lithium Battery Electrolytes Based on Glycol Ether Mixed with Halogen-Free Orthoborate Ionic Liquid: This study explores the solvent properties of glycol ethers, including diethylene glycol dibutyl ether, in enhancing the performance of lithium battery electrolytes. The findings suggest that these solvents facilitate superior ionic mobility, potentially improving battery efficiency and safety (Shah FU, et al., 2017).

  • Glymes as new solvents for lipase activation and biodiesel preparation: Diethylene glycol dibutyl ether is highlighted as an effective solvent for lipase activation, which is crucial in biodiesel production. This application demonstrates the solvent′s potential in biofuel technologies, enhancing enzyme activity and stability (Tang S, et al., 2013).

  • Extraction and carrier-facilitated transport of amino acids using synthetic non-cyclic receptors through bulk liquid membrane: This research indicates the utility of diethylene glycol dibutyl ether in the selective transport and extraction of amino acids across synthetic membranes, offering insights into its applications in biotechnological and pharmaceutical industries (Joshi P, et al., 2006).

Analysis Note

Assay (GC, area%): ≥ 98.0 % (a/a)
Density (d 20 °C/ 4 °C): 0.882 - 0.884
Peroxide (as H₂O₂): ≤ 0.005 %
Identity (IR): passes test

Storage Class

10 - Combustible liquids

wgk_germany

WGK 1

flash_point_f

244.4 °F - closed cup

flash_point_c

118 °C - closed cup


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