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

Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether PM

Dow’s DOWANOL™ PM Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether is a high-purity, low-odor solvent in the DOWANOL™ glycol ether series. It offers excellent solvency for resins, coatings, and inks, with favorable evaporation rate and water miscibility. Widely used in industrial cleaning, electronics, and automotive refinish applications for its balanced performance and regulatory compliance.
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Features Of Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether PM

  1. Low volatility with favorable evaporation rate for balanced drying in coating systems.

  2. Excellent solvency for resins, nitrocellulose, and acrylics without excessive odor or toxicity.

  3. Miscible with water and most common organic solvents, enabling versatile formulation flexibility.

  4. Low surface tension enhances substrate wetting and leveling in industrial coatings and inks.

  5. Stable under typical storage conditions and compatible with a broad range of additives and pigments.

Typical Applications Of Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether PM

  1. Water-based and solvent-borne architectural and industrial coatings.

  2. Flexographic and gravure printing inks for improved ink transfer and gloss development.

  3. Electronic cleaning formulations requiring residue-free, low-hazard solvency.

  4. Adhesives and sealants where controlled evaporation and film formation are critical.

  5. Automotive refinish clearcoats and basecoats for enhanced flow and defect reduction.

Specifications Of Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether PM

Chemical TypePropylene glycol mono-methyl ether (PGME)
Product FormClear, colorless liquid
AppearanceTransparent, free from suspended matter
OdorCharacteristic mild ether-like odor
SolubilityMiscible with water, alcohols, esters, ketones, and hydrocarbons
Density (20°C)0.915–0.925 g/cm³
Boiling Range118–122°C
Flash Point (Tag Closed Cup)45°C


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