Diethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether Acetate

Diethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether Acetate (CAS 124-17-4), also known as Glycol Ether DB Acetate, is a high-boiling glycol ether ester. It is a colorless liquid with a mild odor and a molecular formula of C₁₀H₂₀O₄. With a high boiling point of approximately 247°C and a slow evaporation rate, this product is an excellent solvent for many natural and synthetic resins. It is widely used in printing inks, high-bake enamel coatings, and as a coalescing aid in low pH latex paints. The product is especially useful in screen inks and as a retarder solvent in coil coatings, where it provides extended open time and high blush resistance. Additionally, it has application as a selective solvent in the separation of alcohols and ketones by distillation. Key attributes include excellent solvent activity, high electrical resistance, low vapor pressure, and ready biodegradability. It is partially soluble in water and miscible with most organic solvents.

  • Synonyms:

    Butyl diglycol acetate (BDGA),2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)ethyl acetate,DBA / Glycol DBA

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    ISO 9001

Our Achievement

Global Reach: Our Diethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether Acetate has been successfully exported and applied in key markets across the globe, including but not limited to Brazil, Thailand, Vietnam and UAE. Our product has consistent quality and ability to meet diverse international standards.


Equivalent Alternatives: Our product has served as a reliable alternative to BASF, Sabic, Shell and Solvay for several local manufacturers, helping them reduce costs with comparable (or even superior) results in performance.


Key Applications
  • • Printing Inks
  • • High-Bake Industrial Enamels
  • •Coalescing Aid in Latex Paints
  • •Automotive OEM & Refinish Coatings
  • • Process & Selective Solvent
  • •Retarder Solvent
The main detailed uses of the product
  • Gravure Printing Inks
    Gravure Printing Inks

    Used in plastic film gravure printing inks, effectively dissolving resins and regulating drying speed

  • Gravure Printing Inks
    Gravure Printing Inks

    Used in plastic film gravure printing inks, providing appropriate evaporation gradient to ensure printing pattern definition and color brightness.

  • Printing Ink Solvent
    Printing Ink Solvent

    Adjusts drying rate and improves pigment wetting in various ink systems.

  • Chemical Processing
    Chemical Processing

    Acts as a reaction medium and coupling agent in chemical synthesis.

Why Choose Our Diethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether Acetate?

Our DB Acetate is a premium‑grade glycol ether ester that combines high solvency, controlled evaporation, and excellent blush resistance. Formulators and production managers value it for the following reasons:


1.High Purity (>99.5%) & Low Water Content (<0.05%) – Our advanced esterification and distillation process delivers a solvent with exceptional chemical stability, minimising side reactions in sensitive coatings and ink systems.

2.Precise Evaporation Profile – With a boiling point of ~245°C and a slow evaporation rate, our DB Acetate provides outstanding flow, levelling, and blush resistance in high‑bake and air‑dry formulations.

3.Excellent Solvency for Resins – Dissolves a wide range of film‑forming resins, including nitrocellulose, acrylics, epoxies, and polyesters, making it a versatile coalescent and retarder solvent.

4.Consistent Quality Batch‑to‑Batch – Our online process control and ISO‑9001‑certified quality system ensure that every lot meets strict specifications for acidity, colour, and non‑volatile matter.

5.Sustainable & Safe Handling – Our product has a favourable toxicological profile (low oral toxicity) and is manufactured with waste‑reduction technologies; we also provide safe‑handling training and detailed stewardship guidance.

6.Flexible Logistics & Emergency Support – Supplied in bulk tankers, IBCs, or steel drums, with dedicated fleet and backup inventory in regional warehouses to minimise downtime for our customers.

Commitment to Quality and Innovation

We are committed to providing high-quality Diethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether Acetate  that meets stringent international standards. Our focus on innovation and sustainability ensures that our products not only enhance your applications but also align with evolving environmental regulations and industry trends.


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