Mono Ethylene Glycol (MEG)
- Description: MEG is the simplest member of the polyethylene glycol family. It’s a colorless, viscous, and hygroscopic liquid.
- Physical Properties:
- Chemical Formula: C2H6O2
- Appearance: Colorless, viscous liquid
- Odor: Faint, sweet odor
- Boiling Point: High boiling point
- Solubility: Miscible with water, ethanol, and many organic solvents.
- Applications:
- Antifreeze: The primary ingredient in most automotive antifreeze.
- Polyester Production: A key raw material in the production of polyester fibers and resins.
- Solvent: Used as a solvent in various industrial applications.