Product overview
Propylene glycol (PG), also known as 1,2-propanediol, has CAS number 57-55-6. Compare the published technical and pharmaceutical grade reference tables below. Specify the intended application, grade, quantity and destination when requesting a quotation for 215 kg drums.
It is miscible with water, ethanol and various organic solvents.
Normal for colorless viscous liquid, almost tasteless, fine smell slightly sweet.
Propylene glycol can be used as a raw material for unsaturated polyester resins and as a wetting agent in combination with glycerin or sorbitol in cosmetics, toothpastes and soaps.
It is used as a moisture conditioner and hair leveller in hair dye, as an antifreeze, and in the cellophane, plasticizer and pharmaceutical industries.
Applications
(1)Tech Grade:
1, Used to produce unsaturated resin, polyether, epoxy resins, etc.;
2, Used for organic synthesis of solvents, dehydrating agents and gas chromatography stationary liquids, synthesizing emulsifier, demulsifier, etc.;
3, Used as a chemical intermediate for pesticide fungicide difenoconazole;
4, Used in cellophane, plasticizer and pharmaceutical industry;
5, The aqueous solution of propylene glycol is an effective antifreeze;
(2)Pharm Grade:
1, This product can be used as a pharmaceutical carrier for human use, granule pharmaceutical agent, humectant, softener and solvent;
Packaging
215KG Drums
Technical specification
Tech Grade:
| Property | Unit | Minimum | Maximum |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear colorless liquid | ||
| Purity | % | 99.50 | |
| Color | Pt-Co | 10 | |
| Water | % | 0.20 | |
| Acidity as HAc | ppm | 75 | |
| Specific gravity 25°C | 1.035 | 1.039 | |
| Distillation range (≥95%) | % | 184 | 190 |
| Residue | ppm | 80 |
Pharm Grade:
| Property | Unit | Minimum | Maximum |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Water-white viscous hydrophilic liquid | ||
| Purity | % | 99.8 | |
| Color | Pt-Co | 10 | |
| Water | % | 0.15 | |
| Acidity | ml | 0.50 | |
| Chloride | % | 0.007 | |
| Sulfate | % | 0.006 | |
| Heavy metals | ppm | 5 | |
| Specific gravity | 1.035 | 1.037 | |
| Refractive index nD20 | 1.431 | 1.433 | |
| Residue on ignition | mg | 2.5 | |
| Oxidizing substance V(Na2SO3) | ml | 0.20 |
USP Grade
| Property | Unit | Minimum | Maximum |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Water-white viscous hydrophilic liquid | ||
| Purity | % | 99.8 | |
| Color | Pt-Co | 10 | |
| Water | % | 0.10 | |
| Acidity | ml | 0.05 | |
| Chloride | % | 0.007 | |
| Sulfate | % | 0.006 | |
| Heavy metals | ppm | 5 | |
| Specific gravity | 1.035 | 1.037 | |
| Refractive index nD20 | 1.431 | 1.433 | |
| Residue on ignition | mg | 2.5 |
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Published reference specifications. Confirm the current grade, SDS / TDS / COA, packaging and delivery terms with your quotation.