2-(2-Methoxyethoxy)ethanol

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.

NFPA 704 four-colored diamond Health 2: Intense or continued but not chronic exposure could cause temporary incapacitation or possible residual injury. E.g. chloroform Flammability 2: Must be moderately heated or exposed to relatively high ambient temperature before ignition can occur. Flash point between 38 and 93 °C (100 and 200 °F). E.g. diesel fuel Instability 0: Normally stable, even under fire exposure conditions, and is not reactive with water. E.g. liquid nitrogen Special hazards (white): no code