Ethylene Glycol
Also Known As Monoethylene Glycol (MEG) Which Is Widely Used As An Antifreeze
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About Ethylene Glycol
Ethylene Glycol, also known as mono ethyl glycol or ethane 1,2-diol, is an organic compound that belongs to the alcohol family and the OH functional group, with the chemical formula of C?H?O?; it is composed of two atoms of carbon, six atoms of hydrogen, and two atoms of oxygen. This alcohol is an odorless liquid with a clear appearance and sweet taste, with syrup-like consistency. Ethylene Glycol has a molar mass of 62.07 g/mol, a melting point of ?12.9 �C (8.8 �F; 260.2 K), and a boiling point of 197.3 �C (387.1 �F; 470.4 K).
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Thanks to its low freezing point is commonly used by the antifreeze or de-icer industry as well as for the manufacturing of hydraulic brake fluid, paints, inks, pens, and for the synthesis of plastic, solvents, and films.
Industries that use Ethylene Glycol
- Antifreeze
- Automobile
- Polyester manufacturing
- Synthetic waxes production
- Ink, ballpoint pen, and paint manufacturing
- Plastics
- Films
- Cosmetics
Common Uses and Applications
- Automotive antifreeze
- Explosive
- Reagent
- Dehydrating agent
- Hydraulic brake fluids
- Heat transfer agent
- Anti-corrosion agent
- Solvent