Ethylene Glycol (MEG)
Industrial Applications
Ethylene Glycol (MEG) is widely used in industrial manufacturing, primarily as a key raw material in the production of polyester fibers and resins. These polyesters are used in textiles, packaging materials, and plastic bottles. Ethylene Glycol (MEG) is also extensively used in antifreeze and coolant formulations for automotive and industrial heat transfer systems due to its ability to lower the freezing point and raise the boiling point of water. Additional industrial applications include use as a heat transfer fluid, a dehydrating agent for natural gas processing, and an intermediate in the production of resins, plasticizers, and solvents.
Physical Properties
Ethylene Glycol (MEG) is a colorless, practically odorless, hygroscopic liquid with a sweetish taste. It is fully miscible with water, alcohol, ether, acetone, and ethylene glycol. The compound has a relatively high boiling point and low vapor pressure, contributing to its low volatility and effectiveness in high-temperature and moisture-control applications. Ethylene Glycol (MEG) is chemically stable under normal conditions but is toxic if ingested or improperly handled, requiring appropriate safety measures in industrial use.
Grade
- Industrial
Other Names
- Ethane-1,2-diol
- 1,2-Ethanediol
- Ethylene Alcohol
- Hypodicarbonous Acid
- Monoethylene Glycol
- 1,2-Dihydroxyethane
Form
- Liquid
Abbreviations
- MEG
- EG
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