Applications

• Coolant and antifreeze agent in automotive and industrial applications to prevent freezing and boiling of fluids in engines or other mechanical systems.
• Production of polyester fibres, resins, and films.
• Solvent in the manufacture of inks, dyes, and other chemicals.
• Humectant (moisture-retaining agent) in the production of cosmetics, personal care products, and pharmaceuticals.
• Deicing agent for aircraft and airport runways.
• Heat transfer fluid in geothermal heating and cooling systems.
• Used in the oil and gas industry as a hydrate inhibitor to prevent the formation of gas hydrates in pipelines.
• Ethylene Glycol is also used in scientific research as a cryoprotectant, a substance that protects biological tissues from damage caused by freezing.

General

Ethylene Glycol is a colourless, odourless, and sweet-tasting liquid that is commonly used as an industrial solvent and antifreeze agent. It has a molecular formula of C2H6O2 and a molecular weight of 62.07 g/mol. Ethylene Glycol is highly soluble in water and is miscible with many other organic solvents.

One of the primary uses of Ethylene Glycol is as a coolant and antifreeze in automotive and industrial applications, where it helps to prevent the freezing and boiling of fluids in the engine or other mechanical systems. It is also used in the production of polyester fibres, resins, and films.

While Ethylene Glycol is a useful chemical in many applications, it can be toxic to humans and animals if ingested, inhaled, or absorbed through the skin. Ethylene Glycol poisoning can cause a range of symptoms, including nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and central nervous system depression. As such, it is important to handle and store Ethylene Glycol carefully, and to take appropriate safety precautions when working with this chemical.

Hazards

Hazard Phrases: Harmful if swallowed. May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure .

Prec Phrases: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.