Butyl Glycol in Burundi and East Africa – System Star Industrial Products
Butyl Glycol in Burundi, also known as 2-Butoxyethanol (C₆H₁₄O₂) or Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether (EGBE), is a clear, colourless, oily liquid with a sweet-mild odour. It is a versatile solvent with excellent miscibility in water and many organic solvents. It is used heavily in paints & coatings, surface cleaning, inks, and industrial formulations.
In Burundi and across East Africa, System Star Industrial Products supplies industrial-grade Butyl Glycol that meets high purity standards. It is packaged in durable, chemical-resistant drums or containers, with every batch supported by SDS and TDS documentation to ensure safety, consistency, and performance.
Product Technical Data Sheet (TDS)
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | 2-Butoxyethanol (Butyl Glycol) |
| Synonyms | Butyl Cellosolve, Glycol Monobutyl Ether, EGBE |
| CAS Number | 111-76-2 |
| Molecular Formula | C₆H₁₄O₂ |
| Molecular Weight | ~118.17 g/mol |
| Appearance | Clear, colourless, oily liquid |
| Odor | Mild, sweet / ether‐like smell |
| Purity | Typically ≥ 99.0 % (industrial grade) |
| Boiling Point | ~ 171 °C |
| Melting / Freezing Point | ~ −70 to −75 °C |
| Density (20°C) | ~ 0.900-0.902 g/cm³ |
| Flash Point (Closed Cup) | ~ 60-67 °C |
| Solubility | Miscible with water & many organic solvents |
| Vapor Pressure | ~ 0.76 mm Hg at ~20-25 °C |
| Refractive Index | ~ 1.419 @ 20-25 °C |
| Color (Pt-Co) | Low, typically < 10 scale |
Applications of Butyl Glycol
| Industry | Application |
|---|---|
| Paints & Coatings | As a solvent to improve flow, leveling and film formation; reduces dry time and enhances gloss. |
| Surface Cleaners & Cleaning Products | Effective degreaser, solvent for oily or greasy residues. |
| Inks & Printing | Solvent in ink formulations to adjust viscosity and drying. |
| Adhesives & Resins | Acts as coupling agent / coalescent; aids in blending of resin systems. |
| Industrial Formulations | Solvent in cleaning agents, ship / auto paint, varnishes, etc. |
Product Highlights
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Excellent Solvency – dissolves many coatings, resins, oils.
Good Volatility – balances drying speed for coatings and inks.
High Purity & Consistency – industrial-grade specifications to ensure repeatable performance.
Good Compatibility – with water, resins, organic solvents.
Safe Packaging & Support – supplied in sealed, chemical-resistant drums or containers, with SDS/TDS documentation.
FAQs about Butyl Glycol
Where can one use it?
It is widely in use in paints/coatings, cleaning products, inks, adhesives, industrial formulations.Is it safe to use?
Yes, when handled with proper PPE (gloves, goggles, ventilation) and following SDS/TDS guidelines. It can irritate skin, eyes, or respiratory tract at high concentrations.Can it help improve paint flow and drying?
Absolutely. It is useful in flow agent / solvent to help paints and coatings level out and control drying/flash off.Is it the same as “EGBE” or “Butyl Cellosolve”?
Yes — those are commonly used synonyms for Butyl Glycol.Where can I buy it in East Africa?
You can procure premium Butyl Glycol from System Star Industrial Products in Burundi and across East Africa, with reliable supply and full SDS/TDS support.Contact Us
📞 +254 736 395 602
✉️ systemstarindustrial@gmail.com
📍 KCB Building, Enterprise Road, Industrial Area, Nairobi, Kenya
