BP /USP / Food Grade Propylene Glycol CAS 57-55-6 C3H8O2

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Description:
Mono Propylene Glycol (MPG) is a clear, colorless, and odorless liquid. It belongs to the class of organic compounds known as glycols. MPG is a viscous liquid with a slight sweet taste. It is miscible with water and many other organic solvents.

Specification:
The specifications of Mono Propylene Glycol can vary depending on the specific grade and manufacturer. Here are some general specifications:

• Chemical formula: C3H8O2
• Molecular weight: Approximately 76.10 g/mol
• Appearance: Mono Propylene Glycol is a clear, colorless liquid.
• Purity: Typically, MPG is available in high purity grades, with a purity of 99% or higher.
• Boiling Point: The boiling point of MPG is approximately 188.2°C (370.8°F).
• Melting Point: The melting point of MPG is approximately -59°C (-74.2°F).

Application:
Mono Propylene Glycol finds applications in various industries and fields, including:

1. Industrial Applications: MPG is widely used as a versatile solvent in industries such as paints, coatings, adhesives, and inks. It acts as a solvent for various resins, dyes, and pigments, helping to dissolve and disperse them effectively.

2. Food and Beverage Industry: MPG is used as an additive in food and beverage products. It can serve as a humectant, stabilizer, and solvent in items such as baked goods, confectionery, dairy products, and beverages. MPG helps maintain moisture, texture, and consistency in food products.

3. Pharmaceuticals and Cosmetics: MPG is used in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries as a solvent, humectant, and preservative. It can be found in products such as creams, lotions, ointments, oral solutions, and topical medications.

4. Personal Care Products: MPG is a common ingredient in personal care products such as deodorants, antiperspirants, shampoos, and conditioners. It helps to enhance the texture, spreadability, and stability of these products.

5. HVAC and Antifreeze Solutions: MPG is used in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems as a heat transfer fluid and antifreeze agent. It helps in preventing freezing and corrosion in HVAC systems and can be found in automotive antifreeze solutions.

Features:

1. Solvent Properties: MPG is an effective solvent for a wide range of substances, including resins, dyes, pigments, and various chemicals. It helps in dissolving and dispersing these substances in different applications.

2. Hygroscopic Nature: MPG is hygroscopic, meaning it has the ability to attract and hold moisture from the environment. This property makes it suitable for use as a humectant in food and personal care products, helping to retain moisture and prevent drying out.

3. Low Toxicity: MPG is generally considered to have low toxicity and is recognized as safe for use in food and cosmetic applications when used within recommended limits.

4. Stability: MPG exhibits good stability, which contributes to its shelf life and effectiveness as a solvent and additive in various products.

5. Versatility: MPG is a versatile compound with multiple applications across different industries. Its ability to act as a solvent, humectant, and stabilizer makes it a valuable ingredient in various formulations.

Specification

Product Name: Propylene Glycol
CAS: 57-55-6
MW: 76.09
MF: C3H8O2
Appearance: Colorless Liquid
Purity: 99.0% Min.

 

Specification

Items	Specification
Appearance	Colorless Liquid
Color, APHA	≤10
Content, %	≥99.0%
Moisture, %	≤0.20%
Specific Gravity (20/20)	1.035-1.039
Free Acid, (CH3OOH), ppm	≤75
Residue, ppm	≤80
Distillation Range, >95%	184-190
Index of Refraction	1.433-1.435

Application

1.Propylene Glycol is the raw material for preparing unsaturated polyester resin, plasticizer, surface active agent, emulsifying agent and demulsifying agent.

2.It can also be used as mould inhibitor, antiseptic for fruit, ice inhibitor and moisture preserving agent for tobacco.

Propylene glycol applications

MPG ( USP Grade ) is used in a wide range of applications in the pharmaceutical industry, the food industry, tobacco industry and in cosmetics.

Arctic markets two grades of MPG to meet the requirements of the various applications.

 

USP Grade:

Solvent in the flavor concentrate and fragrance industry, an excipient in elixirs and pharmaceuticals, and a coupling agent in sunscreens,shampoos, shaving creams and other personal care products.

Wetting agent for natural gums to simplify compounding.

Humectant, preservative and stabilizer in diverse applications like baked goods, flavorings, salad dressings, shave creams, pet food ( except cat food )

 

Industrial Grade:

Chemical intermediate in the production of resins for paints and varnishes.

Raw material to produce high-performance unsaturated polyester resins (UPR) used for marine construction, gel coats, sheet molding compounds and synthetic marble castings.

Solutions with water to make antifreeze, heat-transfer fluids and aircraft and runway deicing fluids.

Packaging	1kg-15kg packing	2 PE bag inside + 1 foil bag outside in carton
	25kg-50kg packing	2 PE bag inside + 1 foil bag outside in drum
	Other packing	Customized packing
Drum Size	D38cm*H60cm or customized, 25 kg/ drum
Shipping	1-50kg	International Express	Fast and convenient	Door to Door
	50-500kg	Air Transportation	Fast and cheap	To Air Port
	Above 500kg	Sea Transportation	Cheap and convenient	To Port

 

 

 

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