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Diethylene Glycol (DEG)

Description

Overview

Diethylene glycol is a colorless, hygroscopic liquid organic compound with formula C4H10O3. It consists of two ethylene glycol units linked by an ether bond. It is widely used as an industrial solvent and intermediate due to its high boiling point, miscibility with water and organic solvents, and stable chemical characteristics in formulation systems.

Product Information

Chemical Name: Diethylene glycol
CAS Number: 111-46-6
Chemical Family: Glycol ether (diol)
Appearance: Colorless, viscous liquid

Synonyms

◦ DEG
◦ 2,2’-Oxydiethanol
◦ Diglycol
◦ Ethylene diglycol
◦ 2-(2-hydroxyethoxy)ethanol

Applications and Industries

Diethylene glycol is commonly associated with:
◦ Industrial solvent systems and chemical processing
◦ Plasticizers and resin formulations
◦ Humectant and moisture-control applications
◦ Chemical intermediate production

Application requirements vary by process and formulation.

Availability

The Chemical Company supplies Diethylene glycol to customers across a variety of industrial markets.
Packaging options, inventory status, and logistics support may vary by region and application.

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