Mono Ethylene Glycol
Uses
- Raw material in the manufacture of polyester fibers.
- Antifreeze formulations.
Applications of MEG
- Chemical intermediates for resins.
- Solvent couplers.
- Freezing point depression.
- Solvents.
- Humectants.
- Chemical intermediates.
These applications are essential in the manufacturing of various products, including:
- Resins.
- Deicing fluids.
- Heat transfer fluids.
- Automotive antifreeze and coolants.
- Water-based adhesives.
- Latex paints.
- Asphalt emulsions.
- Electrolytic capacitors.
- Textile fibers.
- Paper.
- Leather
Specification
| TEST DESCRIPTION | TEST METHOD | UNIT OF MEASURE | SPECIFICATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Visual | - | Clear and Bright |
| Density @ 20 °C | ASTM D 4052 | Kg/l | 1.1153-1.1156 |
| Colour | ASTM D 1209 | APHA | Max 5 |
| Distillation | ASTM D 1078 | °C | |
| IBP | ASTM D 1078 | °C | 196 |
| DP | ASTM D 1078 | °C | 199 |
| Water Content | ASTM E 1064 | % weight | Max 0.2 |
| Acidity as Acetic Acid | ASTM D 1613 | % weight | Max 0.002 |
| Iron | ASTM E 394 | ppm | Max 0.5 |
| Ash Content | ASTM D 482 | % weight | Max 0,01 |
| Chloride | ASTM E 2469 | ppm | Max 0.5 |
| Aldehyde Content | ASTM E 2313 | ppm | Max 10 |
| pH | ASTM D 1287 | - | 6.5-7.5 |
| Purity | ASTM E 2409 | % weight | Min 99.9 |