2-Methoxyethanol

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-000044",
  "term": "2-Methoxyethanol",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "Molecular Formula is C3H8O2 and the Chemical Structure is CH3OCH2CH2OH. 2-Methoxyethanol is used primarily as a jet fuel de-icer. It is also used as a solvent for cellulose acetate; resins (particularly in the electronics industry); some alcohol soluble dyes; and in quick-drying varnishes, enamels, nail polishes, and wood stains. Small amounts are also used as perfume fixatives and in the manufacture of photographic film. CASRN 109-86-4",
  "abbreviation": "2-ME",
  "subject": "Chemical substances",
  "references": [
    "EPA EPA 749-F-94-019a CHEMICAL SUMMARY FOR 2-METHOXYETHANOL prepared by OFFICE OF POLLUTION PREVENTION AND TOXICS U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY August 1994 at http://www.epa.gov/chemfact/s_methox.txt"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/2-methoxyethanol/"
}