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)
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.