Propylene Glycol

• Other Names:1,2-Propanediol,Methyl ethylene glycol

• Molecular Formula:C₆H₈O₂ or CH₃CHOHCH₂OH

• CAS:57-55-6

• UN:1569

• Appearance:colorless, odorless, viscous, water-absorbing liquid

• Density:1.04 g/cm³

• Boiling Point: 188.2 °C

• Melting Point: -59 °C

• Flash Point: 101 °C

Application:

Propylene glycol plays an important role in many industries such as chemical, food, medicine, cosmetics, and daily necessities.

Propylene glycol is a synthetic liquid substance that absorbs water. Propylene glycol is also used to make polyester compounds and as a base for deicing solutions. Propylene glycol is used by the chemical, food, and pharmaceutical industries as an antifreeze when leakage might lead to contact with food.