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Dow DOWANOL PnB Propylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether

Dow DOWANOL PnB is a propylene glycol monobutyl ether solvent from Dow’s DOWANOL series offering low volatility, excellent solvency for resins and coatings, water miscibility, and low odor. Widely used in architectural paints, industrial coatings, cleaners and ink formulations for superior performance and regulatory compliance.
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  • dow dowanol pnb propylene glycol monobutyl ether_de3cf15e

Features Of Dow DOWANOL PnB Propylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether

  1. Low volatility with favorable evaporation rate for balanced drying in coatings and inks.

  2. Excellent solvency for resins including acrylics, alkyds, and cellulose esters.

  3. High water miscibility enabling stable co-solvent formulations in aqueous systems.

  4. Low odor and low toxicity profile relative to traditional glycol ether alternatives.

  5. Good compatibility with a wide range of pigments and additives in industrial formulations.

Typical Applications Of Dow DOWANOL PnB Propylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether

  1. Architectural and industrial waterborne paints and coatings.

  2. Water-reducible printing inks for flexographic and gravure processes.

  3. Industrial and household cleaning formulations requiring grease-cutting power and mildness.

  4. Electronics cleaning agents where residue-free performance is critical.

Specifications Of Dow DOWANOL PnB Propylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether

Chemical TypePropylene glycol monobutyl ether (PnB)
Product FormLiquid
AppearanceClear, colorless liquid
OdorMild, characteristic ether-like
Solubility in WaterMiscible at 25°C
Density (20°C)0.876–0.880 g/cm³
Boiling Point (760 mmHg)170–172°C
Flash Point (Tag Closed Cup)68°C


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