Propylene Glycol

Chinese Name: 1,2-Propanediol

English Name: Propylene glycol

Chinese Aliases: Methyl glycol; Propylene glycol; 1,2-Dihydroxypropane

CAS Number: 57-55-6; 123120-98-9

EINECS Number: 200-338-0

HS Code: 29053200

Molecular Formula: C₃H₈O₂

Molecular Weight: 76.09

Properties: Colorless, viscous, stable hygroscopic liquid, almost odorless and tasteless.

Melting Point: -60°C

Boiling Point: 187.3°C

Relative Density: 1.0381

Refractive Index: 1.4326

Flash Point: 99°C

Solubility: Miscible with water, ethanol, and various organic solvents.

Packaging and Transportation: Blue painted drum, 215kg/drum; IBC ton drum: flexible container; tank truck

Uses: Can be used as a raw material for resins, plasticizers, surfactants, emulsifiers, and demulsifiers. Also used as an antifreeze and heat transfer fluid. Widely applied in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, injectable preparations, and the production of various foods and beverages.