Tripropylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether | 25498-49-1

Cas No :

25498-49-1

Form :

Liquid

Molecular Weight :

210.20 G/Mol

Molecular Formula :

C10H22O4

Boiling Point :

210 °C

Melting Point :

-60 °C

Flash Point :

68 °C

Solubility :

Miscible With Water; Soluble In Organic Solvents

Description :

Overview of Tripropylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether

 

Tripropylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether (TPM) is a glycol ether solvent used in coatings, cleaners, and industrial formulations. Known for its excellent solvency, low volatility, and compatibility with various resins and polymers, Tripropylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether is widely used in paint formulations, industrial cleaning, printing inks, and specialty chemical applications.

This compound appears as a colorless liquid with a mild characteristic odor. Its glycol ether structure provides useful solvent properties with relatively low toxicity compared to some traditional glycol ethers.

Related products include Dipropylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether, Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether, and other glycol ether solvents used in coatings and industrial applications.

 

 

Applications of Tripropylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether

 

Coatings & Paint Industry

 

  • Used as a coalescing agent in water-based coatings
  • Applied in architectural and industrial paints
  • Used to improve flow and leveling properties
  • Applied in reducing VOC emissions

 

Industrial Cleaning & Processing

 

  • Used in industrial cleaning formulations
  • Applied in degreasing applications
  • Used in manufacturing electronic components
  • Applied in metal cleaning processes

 

Specialty Chemical Applications

 

  • Used in printing inks and graphics
  • Applied in agricultural chemical formulations
  • Used in personal care products
  • Applied in textile processing

 

 

Safety & Handling Guidelines

 

  • Avoid inhalation of vapors and mist
  • Use gloves and protective clothing during handling
  • Handle in well-ventilated areas
  • Combustible liquid—keep away from high heat
  • Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, dry place
  • Keep away from strong oxidizing agents
  • Follow COA and MSDS instructions strictly

 

 

Where to Buy Tripropylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether?

 

Tripropylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether Manufacturer

 

ChemicalBull supplies high-purity Tripropylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether, meeting industrial quality standards.

 

Tripropylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether Supplier & Distributor

 

  • Available in bulk quantities for industrial use
  • Technical grade for coatings and industrial applications
  • COA, MSDS, and specifications provided

 

 

MSDS

 

Includes detailed safety instructions, hazard identification, and storage guidelines.

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

 

  1. What is Tripropylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether used for?

    Used as a coalescing agent in water-based coatings, a solvent in industrial cleaners, in printing inks, and in various specialty chemical formulations.
  2. What is the molecular formula?

    Molecular formula: C₁₀H₂₂O₄ with molecular weight approximately 206.28 g/mol.

  3. How does it function in coatings?

    Acts as a coalescing agent, helping polymer particles fuse during film formation; it improves flow, leveling, and film properties.