- Production:
- Dipropylene glycol is produced by the reaction of propylene oxide.
- Applications:
- Chemical Industry: Dipropylene glycol is used as a solvent, reactive agent, and plasticizer in the chemical industry.
- Food Industry: It can be used as a humectant in some food products
Dipropylene Glycol Properties:
- Chemical Formula: C6H14O3
- Molecular Weight: Approximately 134.17 g/mol
- Physical State: Colorless liquid
- Odor: Odorless or with a slight chemical odor
- Solubility: Highly soluble in water
- Hazard Symbols: Not flammable, but contact with skin and eyes may be harmful