Di Ethylene Glycol
Diethylene glycol (DEG) is an organic compound with the formula (HOCH2CH2)2O. It is a colorless, practically odorless, and hygroscopic liquid with a sweetish taste. It is a four carbon dimer of ethylene glycol. It is miscible in water, alcohol, ether, acetone, and ethylene glycol. DEG is a widely used solvent. It can be a contaminant in consumer products; this has resulted in numerous epidemics of poisoning since the early 20th century.
Application
Used in production of unsaturated polyester resin, PU, plasticizer, personal care products, brake fluid, lubricant etc
| Chemical formula | C4H10O3 |
|---|---|
| Molar mass | 106.12 g/mol |
| Appearance | Colorless liquid |
| Density | 1.118 g/mL |
| Melting Point | −10.45 °C (13.19 °F; 262.70 K) |
| Boiling point | 244 to 245 °C (471 to 473 °F; 517 to 518 K) |
| Solubility in water | miscible |
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