Ethylene glycol diethyl ether (also known as 1,2-diethoxyethane or ethyl glyme) is an organic compound with the formula . It is a colorless liquid and a member of the glycol ether family.
Ethylene glycol diethyl ether is a clear colorless liquid with a faint ether-like odor. It is less dense than water and slightly soluble in water.
Ethylene glycol diethyl ether is a flammable liquid with reported flash points ranging from . It is classified as a fire hazard, and containers may explode in fire. It can affect humans when breathed in or by passing through the skin.
It is used as a solvent in chemical manufacturing and for detergents and cleaning products.