Mono Ethylene Glycol

Solvents/Liquid/Organic Compound

Mono Ethylene Glycol

Chemical structure Mono Ethylene Glycol
CAS No. 107-21-1
Molecular FormulaC2H6O2
Molecular Weight62.07 g/mol
Synonym1,2- Ethanediol
1,2- Dihydroxyethane
Uses

MEG is utilized in the manufacturing of films, fibers, antifreezes, coolants, aircraft anti-icer and deicers and solvents.

It is also utilised as raw material for paper industry, polyester Resins, adhesives and inks, chemical Intermediates, Heat Transfer, Fluids.

It is also a used as a dehydration agent in natural gas pipelines where it inhibits the formation of natural gas clathrates.

Monoethylene glycol is used to make antifreeze and de-icing solutions for cars, airplanes, and boats.

It also has uses as a defoaming agent in the manufacture of paper and paperboard intended for use in packaging, transporting, or holding food.