Butyl Glycol Ether

Butyl Glycol Ether is a glycol ether solvent used in household cleaners, disinfectant products, auto cleaners and degreasers. Also known as butyl glycol, BGE or ethylene glycol monobutyl ether, its common uses include:

Hard surface cleaners: Useful for dissolving oily and greasy deposit from floors

Stain removers: Can be used in pre-spotters to remove stains

Laundry liquids; Stain remover, oil solubilizer

Degreaser: Used in conjunction with heavy duty detergents

Solvent: For paints, lacquers, agricultural products and inks

Cleaning agent: For metals and alloys

Personal care: Used as a solubiliser for actives, and to reduce viscosity of emulsions

Spray cleaners: Used with mild alkaline for “Spray and Wipe” type spray cleaners.

Whiteboard cleaner: Dissolves whiteboard inks and cleans surfaces.

Defoamer: Small amounts sprayed on foam quickly breaks it down.



Safety Information

Caution – flammable. Keep out of the reach of children. Avoid direct eye and skin contact. Avoid inhalation of fumes or vapours.