It is used to absorb extra water and maintain moisture in certain medicines, cosmetics, or food products. It is a solvent for food colors and flavors, and in the paint and plastics industries. Propylene glycol is also used to create artificial smoke or fog used in fire-fighting training and in theatrical productions.
General Information: –
CAS No – 57-55-6
Molecular Formula / Molecular Weight – C3H8O2 = 76.10
Physical State – LiquidPubChem Substance ID – 125310016
Specifications: –
Appearance – Colorless to Almost colorless clear liquid
Purity – >99.0%(GC)
Melting point – 59 °C
Applications: –
It is used to absorb extra water and maintain moisture in certain medicines, cosmetics, or food products. It is a solvent for food colors and flavors, and in the paint and plastics industries. Propylene glycol is also used to create artificial smoke or fog used in fire-fighting training and in theatrical productions.