Propylene glycol
CAS No 57-55-6
Propylene glycol (monopropylene glycol, MPG) is a clear, colourless, odourless liquid. It is used industrially as a heat-transfer fluid, humectant and chemical intermediate across a range of technical applications. OQEMA supplies propylene glycol in various packaging to industrial customers.
- Category
- Solvents
- Sub-category
- Glycols & Esters
- Formula
- C3H8O2
- CAS Number
- 57-55-6
- EINECS
- 200-338-0
Applications
- Heat-transfer fluid for industrial cooling and heating systems
- Humectant and solvent in industrial formulations
- Chemical intermediate for unsaturated polyester resins
- De-icing and anti-icing fluid component
- Component in industrial coatings and lubricants
FAQ
Q: What is propylene glycol used for?
A: Propylene glycol is used industrially as a heat-transfer fluid, humectant, and as a chemical intermediate for resins and coatings.
Q: How is propylene glycol packaged?
A: Propylene glycol is available in various packaging, from cans to road tankers.
Q: What does propylene glycol look like?
A: It is a clear, colourless, odourless liquid.
Available materials
| Material | Packaging | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Propylene glycol tank truck DD | Road Tanker | 0 KG |
| Propylene glycol IBC 1000l | IBC | 1015 KG |
| Propylene glycol IBC 600l | IBC | 620 KG |
| Propylene glycol can 20l | Can | 20.5 KG |
| Propylene glycol can 5l | Can | 5 KG |
| Propylene glycol drum | Hobbock | 50 KG |
| Propylene glycol barrel | Drum | 200 KG |