AC-25905 - 1-ethoxy-2-propanol-95 | 1569-02-4

Tri(propylene glycol) butyl ether (TBPE) is a fatty acid that belongs to the group of polyoxyethylene-based nonionic surfactants. It is soluble in water and has detergent properties. TBPE has been shown to have a high affinity for cationic surfactants, such as p-hydroxybenzoic acid, and can be used to remove them from wastewater during sewage treatment. The toxicity of TBPE has been studied in rats and mice, showing that it does not cause any significant toxic effects. Studies have also shown that TBPE can be used as a film-forming polymer in the production of films with antimicrobial activity. It is also combined with other compounds, such as sodium citrate or dodecyl glycol ethers, to form detergent compositions for removing oil and grease from surfaces or water.