Description
Propylene Glycol is a colorless, odorless, and viscous liquid with a slightly sweet taste. Its low toxicity and versatility make it ideal for a wide range of applications. It is used in industries such as paints, food, personal care, pharmaceuticals, and agriculture. Industrial-grade propylene glycol is employed to produce unsaturated polyester resins, lower-toxicity antifreeze, coolants, aircraft deicers, and cleaners. It also functions as a solvent and coupling agent in products like sunscreen lotions, shampoos, and shaving creams.
CAS number: 57-55-6
Synonyms
- PG
- PGI
- Monopropylene Glycol
- 1-2 Propanediol
Applications
Food additives
Humectant (biscuits, cakes), solvents (food flavorings, medicinal syrups).
Detergents & Cleaners
Stabilizing agent (liquid soaps, household products), solvents (disinfectants, multi-purpose cleaners).
Pharmaceuticals
Humectant (dermatological creams), excipient (liquid and injectable medications), solvents (active ingredients for capsules and syrups).
Paints & Coatings
Dispersion agent (pigments), solvents (paints, printing inks).
Cosmetics
Moisturizers (creams, lotions), texture agent (toothpastes, shampoos), solvents (perfumes, plant extracts).
Automobile
Coolants, antifreeze for engines, lubricants.
