Propylene glycol butyl ether

At a glance

Propylene glycol butyl ether is a synthetic glycol ether produced by reacting propylene oxide with n‑butanol; it is a clear, low‑odor solvent used in cosmetics and fragrance formulations as a carrier.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
industrial production
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Ether/Oxide
CAS number
5131-66-8
Profile
neutral, slightly sweet
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01