Ethyl 3-Ethoxypropionate (EEP) Supplier in Malaysia
- Also known as
- EEP
- Ethyl Ethoxypropionate
- 3-Ethoxypropionic Acid Ethyl Ester
- Ethyl 3-Ethoxypropanoate
Ethyl 3-ethoxypropionate supplier in Malaysia for coatings, ink and electronics formulators. Buyers type it three ways, so this page covers ethyl 3-ethoxypropionate, the shorter ethyl ethoxypropionate, and the abbreviation EEP (CAS 763-69-9, C7H14O3). It is a clear, colourless ester-ether liquid that boils near 166 degrees Celsius.
The duty it is bought for is slow evaporation. As a tail solvent it leaves the film last, holding the coating fluid long enough to flow out, level and build gloss, and it doubles as a coalescing and dispersion solvent in resin, ink and pigment work. That behaviour is what puts it into industrial, automotive, coil and can coatings rather than into a fast thinner blend.
Supply is liquid only, with the choice sitting between standard coatings grade, high-purity material and electronic grade for photoresist and precision cleaning. It is a different product from ethyl acetate, which evaporates early, and from the glycol ether acetates, which are built on a glycol ether backbone. Name the solvent the formulation specifies, since an evaporation blend does not tolerate a like-for-like swap.
Tell us the grade, resin system or process, target specification, quantity and delivery location in the enquiry. Pack format, availability, documentation and timing follow with the quotation. Supply is subject to applicable requirements.
- CAS number
- 763-69-9
- Formula
- C7H14O3
- Grade
- industrial, high-purity, electronic
- Appearance
- clear, colourless liquid with a mild ester odour
Ethyl 3-Ethoxypropionate grades and forms
We supply several forms to suit different formulating and dosing setups. If you need a size that is not listed, ask us.
| Grade | Form | Assay | Typical use | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Industrial-grade ethyl 3-ethoxypropionate | clear, colourless liquid | standard coatings-solvent specification | Tail solvent and flow aid in industrial, automotive, coil and can coating systems, and in solvent-based printing inks where the film needs to stay open while it levels. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| High-purity ethyl 3-ethoxypropionate | clear, colourless liquid | high-purity specification | Speciality resin, adhesive and formulation duty where water content, colour and acidity are held tighter than a standard coatings cut allows. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Electronic-grade ethyl 3-ethoxypropionate | clear, colourless liquid | electronic or semiconductor specification | Photoresist and edge-bead work and precision substrate cleaning, against the metal, particle and moisture limits the process sets. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
How to buy ethyl 3-ethoxypropionate from ChemTrade
Request a quote for ethyl 3-ethoxypropionate
Use the form below to request a quotation. You can also email sales@chemtrademalaysia.com or send us a message on WhatsApp.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | clear, colourless liquid with a mild ester odour | — |
| Identity | ethyl 3-ethoxypropionate, an ester-ether solvent abbreviated EEP, also written ethyl ethoxypropionate or 3-ethoxypropionic acid ethyl ester | — |
| CAS number | 763-69-9 | — |
| Molecular formula | C7H14O3 | — |
| Molecular weight | approximately 146 g/mol | — |
| Boiling point | approximately 166 °C | — |
| Volatility | high boiling point and slow evaporation relative to common coatings solvents such as the acetates and ketones | — |
| Solubility | slightly soluble in water, miscible with common organic solvents and active towards most coating resins | — |
| Grade controls | assay, water content, colour and acidity confirmed against the grade being quoted, with metal and particle limits added on electronic material | — |
Ethyl 3-Ethoxypropionate applications
Safety and handling
Store closed in a cool, well-ventilated place away from heat, ignition sources and strong oxidisers. The vapour is heavier than air, so ventilate at low level in enclosed areas, avoid prolonged skin contact and wear gloves and eye protection. Follow the safety information issued with the quoted grade. Supply is subject to applicable requirements.
Common questions about ethyl 3-ethoxypropionate
Is ethyl 3-ethoxypropionate the same as EEP?
Yes. EEP is the abbreviation coatings and ink buyers use for this solvent, and ethyl ethoxypropionate, 3-ethoxypropionic acid ethyl ester and ethyl 3-ethoxypropanoate are the same molecule written differently.
Is ethyl 3-ethoxypropionate the same as ethyl acetate?
No. Ethyl acetate is a light, fast-evaporating ester that flashes off early in the drying curve, while this solvent boils near 166 degrees Celsius and stays in the film to the end. They sit at opposite ends of an evaporation blend, so order each one by name.
How does EEP compare with the glycol ether acetates?
They are separate products with separate specifications. Glycol ether acetates such as propylene glycol methyl ether acetate are esters of a glycol ether, whereas this material is an ether-substituted propionate ester. Buyers often compare them for tail-solvent duty, but substitution has to be proved on the resin system rather than assumed.
Why is ethyl 3-ethoxypropionate used as a tail solvent?
It is the last solvent to leave the film. That keeps the coating fluid long enough to level out and develop gloss, which is why it appears in industrial, automotive, coil and can systems where surface appearance is the specification.
Which grade should a coatings formulator request?
Standard coatings grade suits most paint, ink and adhesive blending. High-purity material is asked for where water, colour and acidity limits are tight, and electronic grade covers photoresist and precision cleaning duty with metal and particle limits. Send the application and any purchasing specification you hold.
Does ethyl 3-ethoxypropionate come in any form other than liquid?
No. It is a liquid at normal handling temperatures and is only supplied that way, so the decision a buyer makes is the grade and specification rather than the form. Say which purity level the process needs.
What should an EEP enquiry include for a price?
Send the grade, the resin system or process, the target specification, the quantity and the delivery location. Note the pack format you prefer and any documentation you need, so the quotation covers the requirement in one pass.