Monoethylene glycol
CAS No 107-21-1
Monoethylene glycol (MEG), also known as ethylene glycol, is a colourless liquid free of mechanical impurities. It is used across a range of industrial applications, including heat-transfer and coolant systems and as a chemical intermediate. OQEMA supplies monoethylene glycol in various packaging for industrial customers.
- Category
- Solvents
- Sub-category
- Glycols & Esters
- Formula
- C2H6O2
- CAS Number
- 107-21-1
- EINECS
- 203-473-3
Applications
- Heat-transfer fluid and industrial coolant
- Chemical intermediate for polyester and resin production
- Component in antifreeze and hydraulic fluid formulations
- Solvent and humectant in industrial processes
- De-icing formulations
FAQ
Q: What is monoethylene glycol used for?
A: MEG is used industrially as a heat-transfer fluid, coolant, and as a chemical intermediate for polyester and resin production.
Q: How is monoethylene glycol packaged?
A: Monoethylene glycol is available in various packaging, from hobbocks to road tankers.
Q: What does monoethylene glycol look like?
A: It is a colourless liquid free of mechanical impurities.
Available materials
| Material | Packaging | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Monoethylene glycol tank truck DD | Road Tanker | 0 KG |
| Monoethylene glycol IBC 1000l | IBC | 1095 KG |
| Monoethylene glycol IBC 1000l DD | IBC | 1115 KG |
| Monoethylene glycol IBC 600l | IBC | 670 KG |
| Monoethylene glycol drum | Hobbock | 50 KG |
| Monoethylene glycol barrel | Drum | 200 KG |
| Monoethylene glycol tank wagon DD | Tank Wagon | 0 KG |