Description

Diethylene Glycol (DEG)

Diethylene glycol is a dihydric alcohol and belongs to the group of glycol ethers. In the chemical industry, it is mainly used as a raw material for the production of polyesters and other organic compounds. Diethylene glycol is obtained from the simpler ethylene glycol by ethoxylation. It usually occurs as a by-product during its manufacture.

Diethylene glycol is used as a starting material for the production of saturated and unsaturated polyester resins, polyurethanes and plasticizers. In addition, it is used in organic synthesis as a raw material for the production of 1,4-dioxane and morpholine. Diethylene glycol can be used as a solvent and is used, among other things, in the processing of synthetic resins, oils, dyes and nitrocellulose. As a humectant, it is added to inks and glues, but also to tobacco and corks. Since mixtures of diethylene glycol and water have a lower melting point and a higher boiling point than pure water, the substance is also used as an antifreeze and as an additive in brake and hydraulic fluids.

At PENPET you can reliably order the required amount of diethylene glycol. We look forward to receiving your inquiry for an individual offer. Delivered as a liquid in tank containers. We can also offer drums and IBCs from the DEG warehouse.

CAS no. 111-46-6
EINECS no. 203-872-2
Molecular formula: C4H10O3

Synonyms: Diethylene glycol, diglycol, diglycol, dihydroxydiethyl ether, 3-oxapentane-1,5-diol, 2,2′-oxydiethanol, 2-(2-hydroxyethoxy)ethanol, DEG

Areas of application: Production of polyester resins, polyurethanes, morpholine, 1,4-dioxane and plasticizers, used as solvents, humectants, antifreeze and pharmaceutical-cosmetic raw materials