HOCH2CH2OH
Definition |
: Colorless, odorless, non-volatile hygroscopic liquid. |
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Packaging Unit |
: In 200 kg drums. |
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Chemical Name |
: 1,2-ethanediol; MEG. |
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Specifications |
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Acidity |
: 0.0011% wt |
Purity |
: 99.92% wt |
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Distillation |
: Bp: 195 – Dp: 197.5 |
Specific Gravity 20/20oC |
: 1.1155 |
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Iron |
: 0.1 ppm |
Water |
: 0.025% wt |
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Color (Pt-Co) |
: < 5 |
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Properties: Soluble in water, ethanol, acetone, acetic acid, glycerin, pyridine, aldehydes, slightly soluble in ether, insoluble in fats and hydrocarbons. Stable even at low viscosities.
Applications: Used in many different areas. A raw material used in production of polyester fiber, yarn, PET resin, surface coatings, alkyd and unsaturated polyester. Used as antifreeze in automotive sector.