Overview
Dipropylene glycol methyl ether acetate (CAS 88917-22-0 ), commonly abbreviated as DPMA and sold under the trade name Dowanol DPMA, is a slow-evaporating glycol ether ester solvent used across coatings, electronics, and printing industries.
Its controlled evaporation rate makes it a preferred choice where extended open time and film leveling are critical to end-product quality. In industrial and architectural coatings, DPMA supports smooth film formation in high-solids and waterborne systems.
By slowing solvent release and improving flow, it ensures a high-quality finish. Electronics manufacturers use it in photoresist stripping and cleaning formulations, where its solvency for resinous residues reduces rework rates significantly.
Flexographic and gravure ink formulators incorporate DPMA to manage viscosity and drying profiles on high-speed printing lines. In adhesives and sealants, it functions as a coalescing solvent that aids substrate wetting and improves adhesion.
This versatile solvent is particularly effective when bonding to difficult surfaces. DPMA is supplied as a clear liquid in standard packaging including drums and IBC totes, with bulk availability for high-volume industrial users.
Technical grade is the primary commercial specification, meeting requirements for coatings and electronics processing applications. Purity levels and moisture content specifications vary by supplier, so buyers should confirm conformance.
It is essential to verify all internal formulation standards before procurement. This ensures the material meets the specific needs of your industrial process and maintains the integrity of the final chemical application.
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Physical Properties
| Boiling Point | 200 °C |
| Density | 0.97 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| Flash Point | 186 °F |
| Form | liquid |
| Water Solubility | 183g/L at 20℃ |
| Vapor Pressure | 10.4Pa at 20℃ |
| Refractive Index | n 20/D 1.417(lit.) |
| Log P | 0.61 at 20℃ |
Safety & Handling
Warning GHS07 Hazard Statements H227 Combustible liquid H302 Harmful if swallowed H315 Causes skin irritation H319 Causes serious eye irritation H335 May cause respiratory irritation H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness Precautionary Statements P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P319 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. P321 Specific treatment (see … on this label). P330 Rinse mouth. P403 Store in a well-ventilated place. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations. P264+P265 Wash … thoroughly after handling. P301+P317 Get emergency medical help. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P332+P317 Get emergency medical help. P337+P317 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Get emergency medical help. P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P370+P378 Use … for extinction. P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
Trade & Regulatory
| HS Code | 29153900 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Storage Class | 10 - Combustible liquids |
| WGK (Germany) | 3 |
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Chemical Properties
- CAS Number
- 88917-22-0
- EC Number
- 406-880-6
- Mol. Weight
- 190.24
- HS Code
- 29153900
- Category
- Alcohols & Glycols