Chemical Formula: C₈H₁₈O₃
Physical Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid. Miscible with water and many organic solvents.
Applications: Used as a high-boiling point solvent and coalescent in automotive, industrial, acrylic, and polyurethane systems. Used in printing inks to improve flow, solvency, and drying control. It removes resins, oils, and greases effectively. It enhances solvency and reduces viscosity in adhesive and sealant formulations. Textile and leather industry uses it as solvent for dyes, auxiliaries, and finishing chemicals.