DIETHYLENE GLYCOL (DEG)
A Versatile Solvent for Various Industries
Diethylene Glycol (DEG) is an important organic compound with the chemical formula C₄H₁₀O₃, widely used across various industrial sectors such as plastics manufacturing, paints, chemicals, cement, and cosmetics. With its hygroscopic nature, colorless appearance, mildly sweet odor, and excellent solubility, DEG is a superior choice for many modern production processes.
Product information
- Product name: Diethylene Glycol (DEG)
- Chemical formula: C₄H₁₀O₃
- CAS number (PubChem CID): 8117
- Molecular weight: 106.12 g/mol
- Country of origin: Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia
- Packaging: 225 kg/steel drum
- Appearance: Colorless liquid with a sweet odor
- Density: 1.12 g/cm³
- Boiling point: 245°C
- Shelf life: 2 years from the date of manufacture
- Storage conditions: Store in a dry, well-ventilated area, away from direct sunlight
Key applications of Diethylene Glycol
Diethylene Glycol (DEG) is used in various industrial and chemical processes, including:
✔️ Production of unsaturated polyester resins, polyurethanes, and plasticizers.
✔️ Organic synthesis, such as the synthesis of morpholine and 1,4-dioxane.
✔️ Solvent for resins, dyes, oils, and other organic compounds.
✔️ Humectant in products like tobacco, printing inks, and adhesives.
✔️ An ingredient in brake fluids, lubricants, heating fuels, and cooking fuels.
✔️ In personal care products (such as skin creams, perfumes, deodorants), ether derivatives of DEG are commonly used.
✔️ Used in coolants and antifreeze formulations.
✔️ Functions as a grinding aid in cement production, and is also used in the manufacture of paints and pesticides.
Contact for quotation and product consultation
If you are interested in purchasing Diethylene Glycol (DEG) in bulk or need further consultation regarding its applications, please do not hesitate to contact Mekong Chemicals. Our team is ready to provide you with prompt and professional support.