Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

Diethylene Glycol Methyl Ether MDG Solvent

Dow’s DOWANOL™ MDG solvent is a high-purity diethylene glycol methyl ether offering excellent solvency for coatings, inks, and cleaning formulations. It features low volatility, good water miscibility, and superior resin dissolution. Widely used in industrial and electronic cleaning applications, MDG delivers consistent performance, stability, and handling safety across demanding processes.
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  • diethylene glycol methyl ether mdg solvent_64328bb1

Features Of Diethylene Glycol Methyl Ether MDG Solvent

  1. Excellent solvency for resins, cellulose esters, and acrylic polymers.

  2. Low volatility with high boiling point (193–195 °C), enabling extended open time in coatings and inks.

  3. Miscible with water, alcohols, ketones, and most common organic solvents.

  4. Low odor and reduced skin irritation compared to many aromatic hydrocarbon solvents.

  5. Good coalescing agent for water-based latex paints and architectural coatings.

Typical Applications Of Diethylene Glycol Methyl Ether MDG Solvent

  1. Water-reducible industrial coatings and coil coatings.

  2. Architectural latex paints and interior wall finishes.

  3. Screen and flexographic printing inks.

  4. Electronic cleaning formulations for precision degreasing.

  5. Adhesives and sealants requiring balanced evaporation rate and film formation.

Specifications Of Diethylene Glycol Methyl Ether MDG Solvent

Chemical TypeGlycol ether (diethylene glycol monomethyl ether)
Product FormLiquid
AppearanceClear, colorless liquid
OdorCharacteristic mild ether-like odor
Solubility in WaterCompletely miscible
Boiling Point (°C)193–195
Density (g/cm³ at 20 °C)0.962–0.968
Refractive Index (n²⁰D)1.412–1.416


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