<I>EASTMAN</I> EB Solvent(Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether) 2-butoxyethanol Eastman Chemical Company Film forming /coalescing agents Solvent >> Glycols & glycol ether Alkyd Resins Cellulosic Resins Epoxy Resins Maleic Resins Phenolic Resins Coatings Architectural / Decorative Automotive OEM General Industrial /Maintenance Plastic coating Soluble in water Eastman EB Solvent offers benefits in a number of applications. , Stabilized 2 Solvent an excellent solvent for many coatings resin types, including alkyd, phenolic, maleic, epoxy, and nitrocellulose resins. It is an excellent retarder solvent for lacquers, improving gloss and flow-out. EB is also widely used in amine-solubilized, water-dilutable coatings because of its high flash point, complete water solubility, slow evaporation rate, low surface tension, and high coupling efficiency. An effective coalescent, EB improves film integrity in both architectural and industrial maintenance latex paints. Eastman EB is an important component in many household and industrial cleaners, enhancing soil penetration and cleaning ability. It is also used as a coupling solvent in nail and hair care products. The INCI (cosmetic ingredient) name for Eastman EB solvent is Butoxyethanol. It has effective coalescent ,high blush resistance ,superior coupling solvent ,excellent solvent activity ,low surface tension ,versatile - compatible with water and many organic chemicals. Non-HAP, Butoxyethanol. Used in architectural coatings, automotive coatings, latex paint, plastic coatings and industrial coatings. Possesses effective coalescent. Offers very good solvent activity. Provides high blush resistance. Imparts low surface tension.