Polypropylene Glycol is a polymer used in a variety of industrial applications including as a surfactant, in the manufacture of adhesives, and as a lubricant.
- Chemical Manufacturing: Used in the production of urethane and polyurethane products.
- Pharmaceuticals: Applied as a base in pharmaceutical preparations and as a laxative.
- Cosmetics: Used in personal care products as a humectant and emollient.
- Industrial Lubricants: Used as a lubricant and in hydraulic fluids.
Appearance
Clear, viscous liquid
Odor
Odorless
Molecular Formula
C3H6O
Molecular Weight
76.10 g/mol
Boiling Point
188 °C
Density
1.0 g/cm³
Solubility
Soluble in water and organic solvents
Flash Point
210 °C
Chemical Stability
Stable under normal conditions, but should be kept away from excessive heat
