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.
Physical and Chemical Properties:
| Properties |
Data |
| 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 |