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2-(2-Methoxyethoxy)ethanol


3,6-Dioxa-1-heptanol Diethyleneglycol monomethyl ether Glycol Ether DM DiEGME |NFPA-H = 2 |NFPA-F = 2 |NFPA-R = 0}}

2-(2-Methoxyethoxy)ethanol, also known under trade names Methyl carbitol, is an industrial solvent and is also commonly used as a fuel system icing inhibitor (FSII) in jet fuels. It is a clear, colorless, hygroscopic liquid. Structurally it is an alcohol and an ether, with a formula CH3OCH2CH2OCH2CH2OH. At direct contact it causes drying of skin by leaching fats, and is mildly irritating to the eyes. It is flammable.

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