(±)-1,2-Propanediol ≥99.5% ACS
Supplier: Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Synonyms:
Propylene glycol, 1,2-Propanediol, (±)-1,2-Propylene glycol, 1,2-Dihydroxypropane, (±)-1,2-Dihydroxy propane
Common Applications: As a substitute for ethylene glycol and glycerol. Good solvent for resins. Dissolves many essential oils, but immiscible with fixed oils.
Purity: 99.5%
CAS No.: 57-55-6
Molecular Formula: C3H8O2
Formula Weight: 76.10
Flash Point: 107°(225°F)
Physical Form: Liquid
Density: 1.036
Refractive Index: 1.4320
Sensitivity: Hygroscopic
Odor: Nearly odorless
pH: neutral
Melting Point: -60°
Boiling Point: 186-188°
Solubility: Miscible with water, acetone, chloroform. Soluble in ether
Beilstein Reference: 1340498
Merck Reference: 14,7855
MDL No.: MFCD00064272
As a substitute for ethylene glycol and glycerol. Good solvent for resins. Dissolves many essential oils, but immiscible with fixed oils.
Formula:
CH₃CH(OH)CH₂OH MW: 76.1 g/mol Boiling Pt: 187.6 Melting Pt: -59 Density: 1.036 Flash Pt: 107 °C (225 °F) Storage Temperature: Ambient |
MDL Number:
MFCD00064272 CAS Number: 57-55-6 EINECS: 200-338-0 Merck Index: 14,7855 |
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Specification Test Results
Color (APHA) | 10 |
Residue after ignition | 0.005% |
Titratable acid | 0.0005meq/g |
Cl | 1 ppm |
H2O | 0.2% |
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