Material Family

Oxygenated Solvents & Glycol Ethers

34 products in this family

Oxygenated solvents — glycol ethers, ketones, esters, alcohols — balance solvency, evaporation, and coupling. RawSource supplies glycol ethers and oxygenated solvents in bulk.

34 products
1-Pentanol (n-Amyl Alcohol, n-Pentanol)
CAS 71-41-0
A primary C5 aliphatic alcohol used as a solvent for resins and gums, intermediate for esters, and frother in ore flotation.
SolvencySynthesis Intermediate
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2-Ethylhexanol (2-EH)
CAS 104-76-7
A branched C8 alcohol used primarily as a feedstock for plasticizer esters, and as a defoamer, wetting agent, and solvent in coatings and textiles.
SolvencySynthesis Intermediate
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Acetaldehyde (Ethanal)
CAS 75-07-0
A reactive low-boiling aldehyde used as a chemical intermediate in synthesis of acetic acid, acetic anhydride, and specialty organic chemicals.
SolvencySynthesis Intermediate
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Acetone (Propanone, Methyl ketone, 2-propanone)
CAS 67-64-1
A fast-evaporating ketone solvent for oils, resins, plastics and coatings; also used as a chemical intermediate and degreasing agent.
SolvencyCleaning / Degreasing
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alpha-Terpineol (α-Terpineol)
CAS 98-55-5
A cyclic terpene alcohol with lilac odor used in fragrances, cosmetics, synthetic flavorings, and pine-oil disinfectant formulations.
SolvencyBiocidal Action
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Aminomethyl Propanol (AMP, 2-Amino-2-Methyl-1-Propanol)
CAS 124-68-5
An aliphatic amine used as a neutralizer, pH regulator, and emulsifying agent in cosmetics, metalworking fluids, coatings, and acidic gas absorption.
pH Adjustment
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Benzyl Acetate (Benzyl ethanoate)
CAS 140-11-4
An aromatic ester solvent for cellulose derivatives and resins, used in fragrances, flavorings, lacquers, and varnish removers.
Solvency
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Benzyl Alcohol
CAS 100-51-6
An aromatic alcohol solvent and preservative used in dyestuff solutions, cosmetic formulations, and as an intermediate for benzyl esters and ethers.
PreservationSolvency
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Bisabolol (Alpha-Bisabolol, Levomenol)
CAS 515-69-5
A sesquiterpene alcohol used as a fragrance ingredient and skin-conditioning agent in cosmetics, personal care, and flavoring applications.
ConditioningEmolliency
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Bisabolol (alpha-Bisabolol)
CAS 23089-26-1
A sesquiterpene alcohol used as a fragrance ingredient and skin-conditioning agent in cosmetics, personal care, and flavoring applications.
ConditioningEmolliency
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Butanol (n-Butanol, n-Butyl Alcohol)
CAS 71-36-3
A primary saturated alcohol solvent used in paints, lacquers, varnishes, and as a chemical intermediate for butyl esters and derivatives.
SolvencySynthesis Intermediate
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Diacetone Alcohol
CAS 123-42-2
A ketone-alcohol solvent for nitrocellulose, cellulose acetate, resins, and pigments used in coatings, inks, and as a chemical intermediate.
SolvencySynthesis Intermediate
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Dichloroethyl Ether (Bis(2-chloroethyl) Ether)
CAS 111-44-4
A chlorinated acyclic ether used as a solvent and chemical intermediate in polysulfide rubber and polymer manufacturing.
Biocidal ActionPreservation
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Diethyl Ether (Ethyl Ether)
CAS 60-29-7
A highly volatile ether solvent used for extraction, organic synthesis, and cold-weather engine starting fluid formulations.
Solvency
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Dimethyl Carbonate
CAS 616-38-6
A clear, low-toxicity aprotic solvent and methylating reagent used as an electrolyte in lithium-ion batteries and a low-VOC replacement.
SolvencySynthesis Intermediate
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Dimethyl Sulfoxide (DMSO)
CAS 67-68-5
A polar aprotic organosulfur solvent used in pharmaceutical synthesis, electronics processing, paint stripping, and cryopreservation applications.
Solvency
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Dimethylformamide (DMF)
CAS 68-12-2
A high-boiling polar aprotic solvent used in acrylic fiber spinning, polymer film processing, synthetic leather manufacture, and as a reaction medium.
SolvencySynthesis Intermediate
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Ethanol (Ethyl Alcohol, EtOH)
CAS 64-17-5
A low-molecular-weight aliphatic alcohol used as an industrial solvent, chemical feedstock, and extraction medium in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics.
Biocidal ActionDefoaming / Foam Control
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Ethyl Acetate
CAS 141-78-6
A fast-evaporating acetate ester solvent used in surface coatings, nitrocellulose lacquers, printing inks, and extraction applications.
SolvencyCleaning / Degreasing
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Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA, Isopropanol, 2-Propanol)
CAS 67-63-0
A secondary alcohol solvent used in cleaning, surface preparation, chemical synthesis, and formulation of oils, resins, and cosmetics.
Defoaming / Foam ControlSolvency
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Laureth-2 Acetate
CAS 32289-26-2
An oil-soluble nonionic ester used as an emollient and conditioning agent in personal-care formulations.
SolvencyEmolliency
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Mesityl Oxide
CAS 141-79-7
An alpha,beta-unsaturated ketone solvent for resins, polymers, lacquers, and inks; used in paint removers and as an intermediate for methyl.
SolvencySynthesis Intermediate
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Methanol (Methyl Alcohol)
CAS 67-56-1
A primary industrial alcohol used as a solvent for inks, resins, and adhesives, and as a chemical feedstock for formaldehyde, acetic acid, and fuel additives.
SolvencySynthesis Intermediate
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Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK)
CAS 78-93-3
A fast-evaporating ketone solvent with aggressive solvency used in coatings, adhesives, inks, and resin processing applications.
SolvencyCleaning / Degreasing
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Methyl Isobutyl Carbinol (MIBC, 4-Methyl-2-Pentanol)
CAS 108-11-2
A branched C6 secondary alcohol used as a frother in flotation of copper ores and coal, and as a solvent for dyes, oils, and resins.
Solvency
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Methyl Isobutyl Ketone (MIBK)
CAS 108-10-1
A volatile aliphatic ketone solvent used to dissolve resins, nitrocellulose, paints, and lacquers in coatings, adhesives, and metal extraction applications.
SolvencyCleaning / Degreasing
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Monoisopropanolamine (Isopropanolamine, MIPA)
CAS 78-96-6
A primary amino-alcohol used as an emulsifier and neutralizing agent in metal-cutting oils, soluble oils, emulsion paints, and wax removers.
pH AdjustmentCorrosion Inhibition
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n-Butyl Acetate (Butyl Acetate)
CAS 123-86-4
A medium-evaporation organic solvent used in nitrocellulose lacquers, acrylic and vinyl resins, printing inks, and adhesives.
SolvencyCleaning / Degreasing
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N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP)
CAS 872-50-4
A polar aprotic solvent used in resin and polymer processing, paint stripping, and semiconductor manufacturing.
SolvencyCleaning / Degreasing
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n-Propanol (1-Propanol, n-Propyl Alcohol)
CAS 71-23-8
A primary aliphatic alcohol used as a solvent in coatings, lacquers, and printing inks, and as a chemical intermediate for acetates and amines.
Defoaming / Foam ControlSolvency
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Phenylethyl Alcohol (2-Phenylethanol, Phenethyl Alcohol)
CAS 60-12-8
An aromatic alcohol with rose-like odor used as a fragrance ingredient in perfumes, cosmetics, and soaps, and as a flavoring agent in foods and beverages.
SolvencyBiocidal Action
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Propargyl Alcohol (2-Propyn-1-ol, 2-Propynol, Prop-2-yn-1-ol)
CAS 107-19-7
A water-miscible acetylenic alcohol used as a corrosion inhibitor in acid pickling and oil-well acidizing, and as a chemical intermediate in synthesis.
SolvencyCorrosion Inhibition
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Propylene Glycol n-Butyl Ether (Glycol Ether PnB)
CAS 5131-66-8
A slow-evaporating coupling solvent used in coatings, cleaners, and industrial formulations requiring extended open time and low volatility.
SolvencyFilm Formation
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Tetrahydrofuran (THF)
CAS 109-99-9
A cyclic ether solvent used in PVC processing, printing inks, adhesives, coatings, and as a reaction medium for Grignard and metal-hydride reactions.
SolvencySynthesis Intermediate
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