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Diethylene Glycol is a colorless, odorless, and hygroscopic liquid commonly used as a solvent and as a raw material in the production of polymers. It is also used in antifreeze formulations and in hydraulic fluids.
- Solvent: Used in paints, coatings, and cleaning products.
- Chemical Manufacturing: Used in the production of polyester resins and plasticizers.
- Antifreeze: Used as a component in antifreeze and de-icing fluids.
- Hydraulic Fluids: Used in hydraulic systems and brake fluids.
- Cosmetics: Used in cosmetics as a humectant and solvent.
Appearance
Colorless, odorless liquid
Odor
Odorless
Molecular Formula
C4H10O2
Molecular Weight
106.12 g/mol
Boiling Point
245 °C
Density
1.115 g/cm³
Solubility
Miscible in water and alcohols
Flash Point
127 °C
Chemical Stability
Stable under normal conditions, but hygroscopic
IUPAC Name
2-(2-hydroxyethoxy)ethanol
Molekulyar formul
C4H10O2
Molekulyar kütlə
106.12 g/mol g/mol
SMILES
C(COCCO)O
InChIKey
MTHSVFCYNBDYFN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
H302 Harmful if swallowed
H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
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