| CAS No.: | 57-55-6 |
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| Formula: | C3h8o2 |
| EINECS: | 200-338-0 |
| Appearance: | Liquid |
| Purity: | 98% |
| Storage: | Cool Dry Area |
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Audited Supplier Propylene glycol is a synthetic liquid substance that absorbs water. Propylene glycol is also used to make polyester compounds, and as a base for deicing solutions. Propylene glycol is used by the chemical, food, as an antifreeze when leakage might lead to contact with food. It is used to absorb extra water and maintain moisture ,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. Other names for propylene glycol are 1,2-dihydroxypropane, 1,2-propanediol, methyl glycol, and trimethyl glycol. Propylene glycol is clear, colorless, slightly syrupy liquid at room temperature. It may exist in air in the vapor form, although propylene glycol must be heated or briskly shaken to produce a vapor. Propylene glycol is practically odorless and tasteless.
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Standard
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Appearance
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viscous, clear liquid
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Propyleneglycol, min content
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99.7%
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Density at 20°C, g/cm³
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1.0381
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Boiling point of Propyleneglycol
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188.2°C at 760 mm Hg
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Ignition temperature
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99°c
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Water (by Karl-Fischer), max
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0.1%
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Acidity (CH3COOH), max.
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0.005%
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Hazen color of Propyleneglycol, max.
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15 Hazen units
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Ash content, max.
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0.001%
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Storage
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in the shade
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Packing
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215kg/drum
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1. Propylene glycol has good viscosity and hygroscopicity. It is widely used as hygroscopicity agent, antifreeze agent, lubricant and solvent in food, and cosmetics industry.
2. Propanediol is an excellent solvent for flavoring and pigment
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