Triethylene Glycol
Triethylene Glycol is a colorless, odorless, and hygroscopic liquid. It has a high boiling point and low volatility, making it useful as a stable solvent and plasticizer.
APPLICATION & USAGE
- Dehydration Agent: It is commonly used as a desiccant or dehydrating agent to remove moisture from air and gas streams in industries like natural gas processing and air conditioning.
- Chemical Intermediates: Triethylene Glycol is used as a reactant or intermediate in the production of various chemicals, such as polyester resins, polyurethanes, and plasticizers.
- Heat Transfer Fluid: It serves as a heat transfer fluid in some industrial processes and equipment, providing efficient and stable heat transfer properties.
- Solvent: Triethylene Glycol acts as a solvent for various substances, including dyes, inks, and pharmaceuticals.
- Humectant: It is used in personal care products like cosmetics and soaps as a humectant, helping to retain moisture and improve product texture.
- Antifreeze and Coolants: Triethylene Glycol is an essential component of some antifreeze formulations used in automotive and industrial cooling systems.
- Tobacco Industry: It is used in the tobacco industry to improve the moisture retention of tobacco leaves.
SIMILAR NAME
- 2,2'-Dihydroxytriethyl Ether / Triglycol
PACKING
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