Uses: Used as a coupling agent for water-based diluted coatings (often used in combination); active solvent for water-based coatings; household and industrial cleaners, degreasers, and paint strippers; metal cleaners; base solvent and coupling agent for solvent-based screen printing inks; coupling agent and solvent for reducing dye fabrics; coupling agent and skin care agent in cosmetic formulations; stabilizer for agricultural pesticides; fixative for fragrances; coagulant for floor polishes.