Ethylene Glycol, PurReagent, >=99.0%

PurReagent


Synonym:  1,2-Ethanediol
Linear Formula:  C2H6O2
Molecular Weight:  62.07 g/mol
CAS Number: 107-21-1

Properties

Vapour pressure 0.08 mmHg ( 20 °C)
Water Solubility Completely miscible
Autoignition temp. 752 °F
Explosion limit 15.3 %
Assay Purity >=99%
Refractive index n20/D 1.431
B pt. 195-198 °C
M pt. -13 °C
Density 1.113 g/mL at 25°C
Form Liquid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H302,H373
Precautionary Statement  P260 - P264 - P270 - P301 + P312 - P314 - P501
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Warning
HS Code 29053100
Flash point 111 °C
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 10 - Combustible liquids
UN Number NA

Description

Application
Ethylene glycol is widely used as an antifreeze and coolant in automobile cooling systems. It is used in heat-transfer systems to prevent liquids from freezing at low temperatures. Ethylene glycol is an important raw material in the production of polyester fibers and polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastics.

Purpose
The main purpose of ethylene glycol is to act as a heat-transfer fluid and chemical raw material. It is especially useful because it has a low freezing point and a relatively high boiling point.

General Description
Ethylene glycol is a colorless odorless viscous liquid. It is a type of diol meaning that it contains two hydroxyl (-OH) groups and it has a sweet taste but is highly toxic if swallowed.