Diethylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether (DEGME)

Diethylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether (DEGME) is a high-quality industrial chemical widely used in coatings, adhesives, inks, resins, plastics, and specialty formulations. It offers reliable performance, chemical stability, and consistent processing characteristics, making it suitable for modern manufacturing and advanced industrial applications.

Technical Specifications
Absorption 100%
Acid Value ≤ 0.5mg
Volatility Medium
Packing Available 30kg Can, 200kg Drum
Melting Point -70 (liquid)°C
Appearance Clear, colorless liquid
Odour Mild ether odor
Molecular Weight 120.15 g/mol
Boiling Point 193°C
Distillation Range 120–125°C
Freezing Point –70 °C
Specific Gravity 0.97g/cm³
Refractive Index 1.422 at 20 °C
Flash Point 85°C
Specific Heat 2.4kJ/kg·K
Autoignition Temp 340°C

Description

Diethylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether (DEGME) is a glycol‑ether type solvent/coupler used to dissolve resins and improve flow/leveling, offering controlled evaporation and broad compatibility with water and organics.

Uses

Solvent; coupling agent; cleaners; coatings.

Benefits

High boiling, good solvency; water miscible.

Safety, Compliance & Notes

Thermal Conductivity 0.19W/m·K.
Electrical Conductivity 0.02S/cm
Heat of Formation -520kJ/mol
Heat of Vaporization 48kJ/mol
Structure
CAS Number 111-77-3
EINECS Number 203-976-1
Storage & Packaging Keep sealed at ambient; use compatible packaging; prevent contamination for consistent solvency. (Applicable to Diethylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether (DEGME) handling.)
Product Stewardship Apply product stewardship: risk assessment, proper labeling, transport compliance, and customer communication via SDS/COA; avoid environmental release. (For Diethylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether (DEGME).)
Note Note: For Diethylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether (DEGME), confirm grade, inhibitor content (if any), and purity/spec limits with the supplier COA before formulation.
Notice NOTICE: This sheet is a compilation aid; always rely on the latest supplier documentation and applicable legal requirements for safe handling and performance. (For Diethylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether (DEGME).)

Additional information

Weight

1 kg, 10 kg, 30 kg, 200 kg