Dowanol

Description

Dowanol · CAS 71244-88-7 · C7H16O3. UNII RQ1X8FMQ9N. Boiling Point: 363.2 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999); Boiling Point: 374 °F (190 °C); Boiling Point: 408 °F.

Identification

CAS Registry Number	71244-88-7
PubChem CID	25484
Molecular formula	C7H16O3
IUPAC name	1-(1-methoxypropan-2-yloxy)propan-2-ol
UNII (FDA)	RQ1X8FMQ9N

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	148.20
XLogP3	-0.1
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	3
Rotatable Bond Count	5
Exact Mass	148.109944368
Monoisotopic Mass	148.109944368
Topological Polar Surface Area	38.7
Heavy Atom Count	10
Formal Charge	0

Physical & Chemical Properties

Boiling Point	363.2 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999)
Boiling Point	374 °F (190 °C)
Boiling Point	408 °F
Boiling Point	188.3 °C @760 [mm Hg]
Melting Point	-117 °F (USCG, 1999)
Melting Point	FREEZING POINT: -80 °C
Melting Point	-112 °F
Melting Point	-80 °C
Flash Point	166 °F (USCG, 1999)
Flash Point	85 °C

Physical description & handling notes

• Dipropylene glycol methyl ether is a colorless liquid with a weak odor. (USCG, 1999)
• CBI; Wet Solid; Dry Powder; Liquid; Other Solid; Liquid
• Colorless liquid with a mild, ether-like odor; [NIOSH]
• Colorless liquid with a mild, ether-like odor.
• COLORLESS LIQUID
• Colorless liquid.

Regulatory Status

Regulatory & Food Contact

FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS FDA Inventory of Effective Food Contact Substance (FCS) Noti: FCS METHYL ETHER OF DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL Dipropylene glycol monomethyl ether (CAS Reg. No. 34590-94-8) As a component of ink formulations for use on beverage cups made of polypropylene complying with 21 CFR 177.15 CIR / INCI: Cosmetic ingredients (PPG-2 Methyl Ether) -> CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review)

GHS notification summary

98.6% (5042 / 5116)

GHS Hazard Classification

GHS notification summary	98.6% (5042 / 5116)
Reported hazard statements	H320, H335, H336, H227

Documented Uses

• CIR ingredient: PPG-2 Methyl Ether
• Used in hydraulic fluids and as a solvent. [ACGIH]
• Painting (Solvents) [Category: Paint]
• SOLVENT IN HARD-SURFACE LIQUID HOUSEHOLD CLEANERS & WATER-BASED SURFACE COATINGS; COUPLING AGENT, EG, IN WATER-BASED POLISHES
• Used as a solvent for nitrocellulose & other synthetic resins
• Solvent, hydraulic brake fluids.

Synonyms

PPG-2 methyl ether; Kino-red; RQ1X8FMQ9N; Arcosolv DPM; Glysolv DPM; Propanol, 1(or 2)-(2-methoxymethylethoxy)-; Ucar solvent 2LM; Dowanol-50B; DPGME; HISOLVE DPM; Dipropylene glycol, monomethyl ether; DTXSID0027983; Dowanol 50b; ARCOSOLV; RefChem:589098; DTXCID601766271

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Dowanol?

CAS 71244-88-7; molecular formula C7H16O3; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is Dowanol known by?

PPG-2 methyl ether, Kino-red, RQ1X8FMQ9N, Arcosolv DPM, Glysolv DPM, Propanol, 1(or 2)-(2-methoxymethylethoxy)-.

What is the regulatory status of Dowanol?

Documented regulatory listings: FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS; FDA Inventory of Effective Food Contact Substance (FCS) Noti: FCS; METHYL ETHER OF DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL.

Is Dowanol classified as hazardous?

98.6% of GHS notifications report no hazard classification (5042 of 5116).

What are the key physical properties of Dowanol?

Boiling Point: 363.2 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999); Boiling Point: 374 °F (190 °C); Boiling Point: 408 °F; Boiling Point: 188.3 °C @760 [mm Hg].

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