- Production:
- Diethylene glycol can be produced by the reaction of ethylene oxide.
- Applications:
- Chemical Industry: Diethylene glycol is used as a solvent, reagent, and plasticizer in the chemical industry.
- Antifreeze: It is used in the production of automotive antifreeze
Diethylene Glycol Properties
- Chemical Formula: C4H10O3
- Molecular Weight: Approximately 106.12 g/mol
- Physical State: Colorless liquid
- Odor: Mild chemical odor
- Solubility: Highly soluble in water
- Hazard Symbols: Not flammable, but contact with skin and eyes may be harmful