Specifications
- IUPAC Name
- propane-1,2-diol
- Synonyms
- propylene glycol, 1,2-propanediol, 57-55-6, propane-1,2-diol, 1,2-Propylene glycol, 1,2-dihydroxypropane, 2-Hydroxypropanol, Isopropylene glycol, Dowfrost, Sirlene, Methylethyl glycol, Methylethylene glycol, Monopropylene glycol, Trimethyl glycol, Propylene Glycol USP, Solar Winter BAN, Solargard P, alpha-Propyleneglycol, dl-Propylene glycol, DL-1,2-Propanediol, Methyl glycol, Ucar 35, Sentry Propylene Glycol, (RS)-1,2-Propanediol
- Appearance
- Clear liquid
- SMILES
- CC(CO)O
- InChI Key
- DNIAPMSPPWPWGF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Uses & applications
Usage notes
Confirm grade, water content or assay needs, evaporation behavior, residue limits, packing, and flammable-storage requirements.
Use with ventilation and ignition control; review SDS, PPE, spill control, and local storage rules before handling.
Applications
Reference context: Propane-1,2-diol is the simplest member of the class of propane-1,2-diols, consisting of propane in which a hydrogen at position 1 and a hydrogen at position 2 are substituted by hydroxy groups.
Solvent cleaning, extraction, thinning, degreasing, lab preparation, and formulation enquiries where purity and evaporation profile are important.
Relevant for laboratories, coatings, inks, resin work, surface preparation, and industrial maintenance after compatibility review.
- CAS 57-55-6 captured for registry review.
- Formula C3H8O2 and molecular data ready for the technical sidebar.
- Solvent profile for lab, cleaning, formulation, and maintenance procurement.
- Commercial review should confirm grade, purity, packing, and flammable-liquid handling needs.
- Add final image, packing, grade, SDS/COA, and category links before client quotation.
Safety & documents
Flame
Flammable materials, self-reactives, and pyrophorics.
Gas Cylinder
Gases under pressure.
- Storage Condition
- Store in a cool shaded area
A Safety Data Sheet is not attached to this listing. Request the current SDS and handling information.
Product description
Propane-1,2-diol is the simplest member of the class of propane-1,2-diols, consisting of propane in which a hydrogen at position 1 and a hydrogen at position 2 are substituted by hydroxy groups. A colourless, viscous, hygroscopic, low-melting (59C) and high-boiling (188C) liquid with low toxicity, it is used as a solvent, emulsifying agent, and antifreeze. It has a role as a protic solvent, an allergen, a mouse metabolite and a human xenobiotic metabolite. It is a glycol and a member of propane-1,2-diols.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Propylene Glycol and where is it supplied?
CAS Number: 57-55-6. Grade: Analytical Grade. Available in Pakistan | Origin: China. Serving areas include Pakistan.
What are the main applications of Propylene Glycol?
Reference context: Propane-1,2-diol is the simplest member of the class of propane-1,2-diols, consisting of propane in which a hydrogen at position 1 and a hydrogen at position 2 are substituted by hydroxy groups.
How can buyers request a quote for Propylene Glycol?
Use the quote or enquiry action on this page to send a Pakistan market enquiry directly: https://waterchemicalssolution.com/enquiry-portal/?enquiry_mode=physical&resource_id=50845&product_name=Propylene%20Glycol&type=Chemical&cas_number=57-55-6&grade=Analytical%20Grade&market=Pakistan%20|%20Origin:%20China&serving_areas=Pakistan