Ethylene Glycol - C2H6O2

What is Ethylene Glycol?

Ethylene Glycol is a dihydroxy alcohol with a chemical formula C2H6O2. This organic compound is highly toxic. It is also known as Ethane-1,2-diol or Monoethylene glycol. It has no smell and is viscous. It is colorless and has a sweet taste. It appears as a clear, colorless, liquid. It is widely used as an antifreeze and a raw material in the plastic industry. Ethylene Glycol is produced when ethylene oxide reacts with water.

Properties of Ethylene Glycol – C2H6O2

C2H6O2 Ethylene Glycol
Molecular Weight/ Molar Mass 62.07 g/mol
Density 1.11 g/cm³
Boiling Point 197.3 °C
Melting Point -12.9 °C

Ethylene Glycol structure – C2H6O2

C2H6O2 Uses (Ethylene Glycol)

  • It is used in the manufacture of polyester as a raw agent

  • It is used in antifreeze formulation

  • It is used in air conditioning systems

  • It is used as a precursor in the plastic industry

  • It is used in convective heat transfer

  • It is used as a dehydrating agent in the gas industry

  • It is used as a desiccant

  • It is used as an additive for the prevention of

  • It is used in the manufacturing of capacitor

  • It is used to preserve biological specimens

  • It is used as an ingredient in shoe polish

  • It is used in the manufacturing of some vaccines