Ethylene glycol (EG) is a polyol having a wide range of industrial applications. Its preparation from cellulose has been reported. It can also be produced from fossil fuels (petroleum, natural gas and coal) and biomass-derived resources.
Synonyms: 1,2-Ethanediol
Molecular Formula: C2H6O2
Molecular Weight: 62.07
Linear Structural Formula: HOCH2CH2OH
MDL Number: MFCD00002885
Purity: >=99%
Melting Point: -13 C (lit.)
Density: 1.113 g/mL at 25 C (lit.)
Refractive Index: n20/D 1.431 (lit.)
Application: Ethylene glycol can be used as a reagent in cyclocondensation reactions with aldehydes and ketones to form 1,3-dioxolanes.It has been used:
•As a carrier fluid during the fabrication of shear thickening fluid (composed of nanosized silica particles).
•To compose previtrification and vitrification solutions for the cryopreservation of mouse embryos.
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Assay: ≥99%
Autoignition Temp.: 752°F
BP: 195-198°C
Density: 1.113 g/mL at 25°C(lit.)
Expl. Lim.: 15.3 %
Grade: ReagentPlus®
MP: −13°C(lit.)
Refractive Index: n20/D 1.431(lit.)
Vapor Density: 2.1 (vs air)
Vapor Pressure: 0.08 mmHg ( 20°C)