Butyl glycidyl ether (CAS 2426-08-6)

Butyl glycidyl ether (BGE) is a versatile chemical compound, utilized in multiple applications such as a curing agent in epoxy resin production and a cross-linker in numerous industrial coatings. Additionally, it finds use in polymer synthesis, acting as a surfactant, and serving as a flame retardant. Butyl glycidyl ether is a colorless liquid, characterized by a slight odor and its high reactivity. Other applications of Butyl glycidyl ether include its use in polyurethane synthesis and as a plasticizer in polyvinyl chloride (PVC) production. When synthesizing polymers and epoxy resins, Butyl glycidyl ether operates as a cross-linking agent. It creates covalent bonds between polymer chains, enabling a tighter packing that bolsters their strength and durability. As a surfactant, Butyl glycidyl ether reduces the surface tension of liquids, aiding in their easier mixing. As a flame retardant, Butyl glycidyl ether has the ability to decrease the flammability of materials, by forming a protective barrier on their surface.