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Dow DOWANOL EPH (Ethylene Glycol Phenyl Ether) is a high-efficiency coalescent ether solvent in Dow's DOWANOL™ series. Designed for coating film formation, ink formulation, industrial cleaning and other diverse systems, it is a colorless liquid solvent with excellent solvency and high-efficiency coalescent ability, highly compatible with various resins
Efficient Film-Forming Enhancement - Excellent film-forming efficiency, improving film integrity, suitable for high-end coating systems
Broad-Spectrum Resin Compatibility - Highly compatible with acrylic, epoxy and other resins, strong formulation adaptability
High Boiling Point & Stable Construction - High boiling point and low volatility, long construction window, ensuring system stability and leveling
Powerful Solvency & Decontamination - Outstanding solvency, quickly removing various oil stains, suitable for diverse cleaning scenarios
Coating Film-Forming Field - Used as coalescent aid in water-based coatings to improve film flexibility and weather resistance
Ink Formulation Field - Applied in ballpoint pen oil and inkjet inks to optimize writing fluency and printing stability
Industrial Cleaning Field - Used as cleaner for metal, glass and other substrates, efficiently removing oil stains with short processing time
Plastic Processing Field - Used in PVC plasticizer preparation to improve plastic product processing performance
| Chemical Name | Ethylene Glycol Phenyl Ether |
| CAS No. | 122-99-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C₈H₁₀O₂ |
| Molecular Weight | 138.16 |
| Physical Form | Colorless liquid with characteristic odor |
| Melting Point | 11 - 13 ℃ |
| Boiling Point | 247 ℃ (Lit.) |
| Density (20℃) | 1.107 g/mL (Lit.) |
| Vapor Density (vs Air) | 4.8 |
| Vapor Pressure (20℃) | 0.01 mm Hg |
Q1: What is the primary function of DOWANOL EPH in coating and ink formulations?
A: DOWANOL EPH serves primarily as a coalescing aid and solvent carrier, helping to promote film formation in waterborne acrylic and vinyl systems while improving flow, leveling, and substrate wetting.
Q2: How does DOWANOL EPH compare to other glycol ether solvents in terms of evaporation rate and odor profile?
A: DOWANOL EPH has a relatively slow evaporation rate compared to short-chain glycol ethers like ethylene glycol monomethyl ether, contributing to extended open time in coatings. It also exhibits a mild, characteristic aromatic odor—less pungent than many aliphatic or chlorinated solvents.
Q3: Is DOWANOL EPH compatible with common waterborne polymer dispersions and pigment preparations?
A: Yes, DOWANOL EPH demonstrates broad compatibility with anionic and nonionic waterborne resins—including acrylics, styrene-acrylics, and polyvinyl acetate—as well as typical pigment dispersion systems used in architectural and industrial coatings.
Q4: What safety and handling considerations should be observed when using DOWANOL EPH?
A: As with other organic solvents, appropriate engineering controls (e.g., ventilation), personal protective equipment (gloves, eye protection), and adherence to local occupational exposure limits are recommended. Refer to the Safety Data Sheet for detailed toxicological and handling guidance.
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