Propylene glycol (often referred to as PG) is the third “product” in a chemical process beginning with propene, a byproduct of fossil fuel (oil refining and natural gas processing) and also found in nature as a byproduct of fermentation. Propene is converted to propylene oxide, a volatile compound used frequently in the creation process of polyurethane plastics (and to create propylene glycol). Propylene oxide is considered a “probable carcinogen.” Finally, through a hydrolyzation process (separating molecules by the addition of water), you get propylene glycol.
A synthetic liquid substance that absorbs water, propylene glycol classified by the chemical formula C3H8O2. Propylene glycol (1, 2-propanediol) is an organic compound (a diol alcohol) and is a tasteless, odorless and colorless clear oily liquid. (1a) Another name for it is “propane-1,2-diol,” which is sometimes used when listing it as a compound on ingredient labels. As it’s found in food as an additive (in the U.S., at least), the U.S. Department of Agriculture refers to it via the E-number E1520. It’s completely soluble in water, and one major purpose it serves is as a “vehicle” for topical products, such as lotions.
Product Name:
Mono Propylene Glycol(MPG)
Characteristics:
Molecular Formula: C3H8O2
Molecular Weight: 76.09
CAS NO.: 57-55-6
Introduction:
MPG is a colorless liquid with steady viscosity and good water absorption. It is nearly odorless,inflammable and minutely toxic. It can be mixed and solved with alcohol, water and various organic agents.
Application:
MPG is the raw material for preparing unsaturated polyester resin, plasticizer, surface active agent, emulsifying agent and demulsifying agent. It can also be used as mould inhibitor, antiseptic for fruit, ice inhibitor and moisture preserving agent for tobacco.
Specification:
Packaging & Transportation:
In galvanized iron drums (net weight: 215kg), 17.2MT/20’FCL, 25.8MT/40’FCL
Or in flexi-tanks, 23MT/20’FCL.
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