Monoethylenglycol (MEG)

Monoethylene glycol is an odourless, colourless an viscous liquid. MEG is primarily used in the production of polyester fibers such as polyethylene terephthalate (PET). Monoethylene glycol is also used in heat transfer fluids, coolants and antifreeze formulations.

Synonyms:

  • Ethane-1,2-diol
  • Ethylene glycol
  • 1,2-Ethanediol
  • Ethylene alcohol
  • Monoethylene glycol
  • 1,2-Dihydroxyethane
  • Glycol solvent

General information:

Abbreviation MEG
CAS number 107-21-1
EC no: 203-473-3
REACH Registration No. 01-2119456816-28
MATSEN Article no.  
Sum formula: C2H6O2
Description colourless viscous liquid with sweetish odour and taste
Available packaging loose, 1000 kg BC
Variants Standard | Fibre
Aggregate state liquid
Form liquid
Colour clear
Odour characteristic
Purity ≥ 99.5% wt.-%
Boiling point 197,3 °C
Melting point -12,9 °C

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