Glycol Ether DE HG 2-(2-ethoxyethoxy) ethanol 111-90-0 Equistar Chemicals North America Asia / Pacific Solvent >> Glycols & glycol ether Coatings >> Solventborne Architectural / Decorative >> Flooring General Industrial /Maintenance Metal Other industry >> Leather Coating INKS Miscible in organic solvents Miscible in water Glycol Ether DE HG are clear liquids with mild, pleasant odors. Due to the presence of both an ether and a hydroxyl group in the same molecule these products are miscible in water as well as most organic solvents making this group of products ideal for use as resin solvents for use in the paint and coating industry. In addition to surface coating applications, glycol ethers are used as dye solvents in the printing ink, textile and leather industries and as a solvent for agricultural applications. Non-solvent applications for glycol ethers include anti-icing agents in jet fuels, fluids for hydraulic systems, and as chemical intermediate for plasticizers. Diethylene Glycol Monoethyl Ether High Gravity, colorless liquid. used as a solvent, in printing inks and high-bake enamel coatings and as a coalescing agent in latex paints. Miscible with most organic solvents.