Propylene Glycol

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Application
It is used to absorb extra water and maintain moisture in certain medicines, cosmetics, or food products. It is a solvent for food colors and flavors, and in the paint and plastics industries. Propylene glycol is also used to create artificial smoke or fog used in fire-fighting training and in theatrical productions
Description
Propylene glycol (IUPAC name: propane-1,2-diol) is a viscous, colorless liquid, which is nearly odorless but possesses a faintly sweet taste. Its chemical formula is CH3CH(OH)CH2OH. Containing two alcohol groups, it is classed as a diol. It is miscible with a broad range of solvents, including water, acetone, and chloroform. In general, glycols are non-irritating and have very low volatility.

Product Properties

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CAS
57-55-6 / 4254-15-3
Chemical Formula
C3H8O2
Appearance/State
Colorless liquid
Molecular Weight
76.095 g/mol

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Published
Mar 07, 2023
Last Edited
Mar 07, 2023
Categories
Chemicals
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