Ethylene glycol monobutyl ether acetate is a colorless liquid with a weak fruity odor. Floats and mixes slowly with water. (USCG, 1999)
Solubility 1.5 % (NIOSH, 2024)
Formula
C8H16O3
Mol. Weight
160.21
CAS #
112-07-2
Form
Liquid
State
Ethylene glycol monobutyl ether acetate is a colorless liquid with a weak fruity odor. Floats and mixes slowly with water. (USCG, 1999)
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Functions
Solvent
Dissolves other ingredients so they distribute evenly in the formula. Often the invisible "base" everything else is mixed into.
Provides scent
Dissolves other ingredients
Traditional Use
A synthetic ester solvent developed for industrial and cosmetic applications in the 20th century. It was designed to improve formula stability and product texture in makeup and skincare products.