Product Introduction
- Chemical Formula: C₄H₁₀O₂
- Synonyms: Glycol dimethyl ether, Ethylene glycol dimethyl ether (EGDME), "Glyme"
- Key Properties:
- Boiling Point: ~85°C (estimated)
- Density: ~0.87 g/cm³ (approximate)
- Solubility: Miscible with water and organic solvents.
- Toxicity:
- Associated with testicular toxicity and developmental malformations in animal studies.
- Early studies (e.g., Nagano et al., 1979) identified reproductive risks, leading to restricted use in consumer products.
- Applications:
- Historically used as a solvent in industrial processes.
- Modern research explores alternatives due to safety concerns
