Propylene glycol

Propylene glycol, also known as 1,2-propanediol:

1. Product Introduction: Propylene glycol is an organic compound with the chemical formula C3H8O2. It is miscible with water, ethanol, and various organic solvents. It is a colorless, viscous liquid with almost no odor and a slightly sweet taste. Propylene glycol is used as a raw material for unsaturated polyester resins. It is also used as a humectant in cosmetics, toothpaste, and soaps, often combined with glycerol or sorbitol. It is used as a humectant and emollient in hair dyes, as well as an antifreeze. It is also used in glass paper and plasticizers.

2. Product Specifications:

- Purity: ≥99%

- CAS Number: 57-55-6

- Viscosity: 60.5 mPa·s

- Flash Point: 22.9°C

- Specific Gravity: >500 g/L (20°C)

- Melting Point: -59°C

- Boiling Point: 188°C

3. Product Uses: Propylene glycol is used in the production of unsaturated polyester resins. It finds applications in the cosmetics industry as a humectant. It is also used in antifreeze, heat transfer fluids, de-icing solutions, and cleaning agents.