ethylene glycol

ethylene glycol:

Ethylene glycol or ethyl glycol or monoethylene glycol is an organic compound with 2 formulas (C2H6O2 and CH2OH). It is basically used for two purposes. This material is used as a raw material in the production of polyester fibers and is also used for the formulation of antifreeze products.

Application of ethylene glycol:

Ethylene glycol is mainly used in antifreeze formulations (50%) and as a raw material in the manufacture of polyesters such as polyethylene terephthalate (PET) (40%).

Polymer production: This material is also widely used in the production of polymers, i.e. polyethylene terephthalate (PET).

Desiccant: The moisture absorption properties of this material as well as its high boiling point make it an ideal drying agent.

Fiberglass: Used in jet skis, bowling balls, storage tanks and bathtubs.

Ink making: This composition helps to increase the viscosity and reduce the volatility of the ink

Wood treatment: This chemical is used to protect and prevent rot or fungus in wood.

Explosives: Ethylene glycol dinitrate is used to make dynamite, which can also be used in cold weather, and it does this by slowing down the freezing of nitroglycerin.

Advantages of ethylene glycol:

It has the best heat transfer rate among all glycols. It is produced in much larger volumes than propylene and other glycols, and the production cost is usually lower and its availability is also reliable.