Butyl Diglycol Acetate (BDGA) is an organic chemical compound used as a solvent in various industries. This substance is used in many industrial processes due to its special physical and chemical properties, including high boiling point, good solubility and suitable viscosity.

Physical and chemical properties

Appearance: A colorless and transparent liquid with a mild fruity odor
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water but miscible with many organic solvents.
Boiling point: Relatively high, which reduces evaporation and increases the shelf life of the final product.
Viscosity: It has a moderate viscosity, which gives it good lubricating properties.
Stability: It is resistant to heat and oxidation.

Butyl Diglycol Acetate Applications

Paint and Coating Industry:
Used as a solvent in paints, varnishes and industrial coatings.
Improves the flow and uniformity of colors
Increases the durability and resistance of coatings
Printing ink industry:
Used as a solvent in flexo and rotogravure printing inks.
Improves print quality and increases ink adhesion to the surface
Cleaning industry:
Used in the formulation of detergents, cleaners, and degreasers.
As a solvent for oils, greases, and other contaminants
Pharmaceutical industry:
Used in the production of some drugs and cosmetic and health products.
Adhesive industry:
Used as a solvent in the production of industrial adhesives.
Advantages of using butyl diglycol acetate
High boiling point: Reduces evaporation and increases the useful life of the final product.
Good solubility: Ability to dissolve a wide range of materials
Suitable viscosity: Gives the product good lubricating properties
Thermal and oxidative stability: Increases the product’s shelf life
Mild odor: It has less odor compared to some other solvents.