Basic Information
Product Name: Mono Ethylene Glycol(MEG)
CAS Number: 107-21-1
Molecular Formula:
C2H6O2
Molecular Weight: 62.07 g/mol
Synonyms: Ethylene glycol; 1,2-Ethanediol; MEG
Classification: Organic solvent, petrochemical raw material, antifreeze raw material, polyester raw material, fine chemical solvent
Physical & Chemical Properties
- Appearance: Colorless transparent viscous liquid, slight sweet taste
- Melting Point: -12.9 °C
- Boiling Point: 197.3 °C
- Density: 1.113 g/cm3 (20 °C)
- Refractive Index: 1.431–1.433
- Flash Point: 111 °C
- Solubility: Miscible with water, ethanol, acetone; insoluble in benzene, ether, petroleum ether
- Stability: Stable under normal temperature; low volatility; avoid strong oxidants, strong acids and high temperature; hygroscopic
- Key Quality Index: Purity ≥99.9%; Moisture ≤0.08%; Distillation Range 196–199 °C; Color (Pt-Co) ≤5
Uses
- Polyester Industry: Raw material for producing PET polyester, polyester fiber, resin and plastic.
- Antifreeze: Automobile engine antifreeze, industrial circulating cooling water antifreeze.
- Solvent: Used as solvent for coating, ink, adhesive, dyestuff and daily chemical industry.
- Chemical Intermediate: For synthesis of glycol ether, ethanolamine, plasticizer and other fine chemicals.
- Other Uses: Textile humectant, leather lubricant, paper moisture retention agent, gas dehydrating agent.
Packaging & Storage
Packaging: 220kg iron drum / IBC tote tank / Bulk tanker
Storage: Store in cool, dry, ventilated warehouse; keep sealed, away from fire, heat source and strong oxidants
Shelf Life: 12 months under original sealed packaging
Specification Table
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