IUPAC Name
1-Methoxy-2-propanyl acetate
Cas Number
108-65-6
HS Code
290949
Formula
C6H12O3
Industry
-
Appearance
Clear Colorless Liquid
Common Names
PGMEA; 1-Methoxy-2-propanol acetate; PM Acetate
Packaging
25 Kg Jerrycan
Brief Overview
Propylene glycol methyl ether acetate (also known as PGMEA, 1-methoxy-2-propanol acetate) is a P-type glycol ether. It is a non-polluting solvent with multi-functional groups. Its molecular formula is C6H12O3. It is a colorless liquid with a mild odor. It has an excellent solvent activity and slow evaporation rate. Moreover, it is readily biodegradable.
Manufacturing Process
Traditionally, PGMEA is produced through the esteriï¬cation reaction of acetic acid and propylene glycol methyl ether (PM) in the presence of chosen acid catalyst. In this conversion, there are techniques to improve and intensify the reaction: distillation and chromatography. Because the finished product has acidic impurities, usually to achieve the desired properties, PGMEA has to go through thorough postprocessing to be purified.
Electronics:
Propylene glycol methyl ether acetate is used in the electronics industry as the cleaning agent used to clear the liquid crystal displays.
Textiles:
In the textile industry, PGMEA can be found as a solvent for textile dyes. It is also used as a lubricant. The chemical is also used as a solvent for various printing inks and paints.
