Tri-ethylene Glycol
Uses of triethylene glycol:
Dehydrating Agent: Triethylene glycol (TEG) is utilized as a dehydrating agent in natural gas pipelines, effectively removing water from the gas before it’s condensed and reused within the system.
Dehumidifying Agent: It serves as a dehumidifying agent in air-conditioning units, helping to regulate moisture levels in the air.
Chemical Intermediates: TEG is involved in the production of chemical intermediates such as plasticizers and polyester resins, contributing to various industrial processes.
Additive in Hydraulic and Brake Fluids: It is added as an additive in hydraulic fluids and brake fluids, enhancing their performance and stability.
Solvent: TEG acts as a solvent in numerous applications, including selective solvents for aromatics and in textile dyeing processes.
Additionally, Arpadis, one of the largest chemical distributors in Europe, manages the storage, transport, export, and import formalities of triethylene glycol globally, ensuring its efficient distribution and use in various industries.
Specifications
| Specifications | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless to slight yellow |
| Tri-Ethylene Glycol, wt. % | 99 min. |
| MEG, wt.% | 0.05 max. |
| DEG, wt.% | 0.05 max. |
| Color (APHA) | 10 max. |
| Acidity (as acetic acid), wt. % | 0.003 max. |
| Ash, wt. % | 0.003 max |
| Chlorides (as Cl), ppm | 0.1 max |
| Iron, ppm max. | |
| UV Transmittance, 1 cm cell | |
| at 350 mu (% T min.) | 98 |
| at 275 mu (% T min.) | 93 |
| at 220 mu (% T min.) | 70 |
| Water, wt. % max. | 0.5 max |