Ethylene Oxide (C₂H₄O)

by Vietnam Specialty Gases - Vietnam Specialty Gases Company Limited — verified Vietnamese manufacturer

Place of Origin	Vietnam
Brand Name	Vietnam Specialty Gases
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Certificate	ISO 9001:2015
Main Market	Vietnam

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Ethylene Oxide (C₂H₄O)

Ethylene Oxide (C₂H₄O) is a highly reactive chemical used primarily in the production of ethylene glycol and other chemicals. Here are the key specifications and properties of ethylene oxide:

1. Chemical Identity:

- Chemical Formula: C₂H₄O

- Molecular Weight: 44.05 g/mol

- CAS Number: 75-21-8

2. Physical Properties:

- Appearance: Colorless gas at room temperature can be a liquid when compressed and cooled.

- Odor: Sweet odor, often described as ether-like.

- Boiling Point: 10.7°C (51.3°F)

- Melting Point: -111.6°C (-169.0°F)

- Density (Gas): 1.828 kg/m³ (at 0°C and 1 atm)

- Density (Liquid): 0.884 g/cm³

- Solubility in Water: Miscible in all proportions.

3. Chemical Properties:

- Flammability: Highly flammable flash point -19°C (-2.2°F)

- Auto-Ignition Temperature: 425°C (797°F)

- Reactivity: Ethylene oxide is highly reactive and can polymerize rapidly. It reacts with water, alcohols, and amines to form various compounds. It is also a known carcinogen and can be hazardous to health.

4. Uses and Applications:

- Industry: Primarily used in the production of ethylene glycol, which is a key ingredient in antifreeze and polyester fibers. Also used to make surfactants, solvents, and other chemicals.

- Sterilization: Used as a sterilizing agent for medical equipment and supplies, particularly in hospitals and laboratories.

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What is Ethylene Oxide (C₂H₄O)?

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Where is Ethylene Oxide (C₂H₄O) made?

Ethylene Oxide (C₂H₄O) is made in Vietnam. Vietnam Specialty Gases - Vietnam Specialty Gases Company Limited supplies this product to international buyers and FDI enterprises sourcing from Vietnam.

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