Diethylene Glycol

The CAS registry number for Diethylene Glycol is 111-46-6. Its chemical formula is C4H10O3, with a molecular weight of 106.12 g/mol. Quote this number when requesting a quotation or checking documentation, as it identifies the substance unambiguously regardless of the trade name used.

Diethylene Glycol is also referred to as 2-(2-hydroxyethoxy)ethanol, 2, 2′-oxydiethanol and DEG. These names describe the same substance, so a specification or enquiry written against any of them can be matched to this product.

Diethylene Glycol is supplied as Industrial grade. State the grade your process requires when requesting a quotation — where an alternative grade can be sourced, it is confirmed at quotation stage rather than assumed.

Diethylene Glycol is supplied at a concentration of ≥ 98.5% / ≥ 99.5%. Concentration and assay are separate figures: the concentration describes the strength of the material as supplied, and the certificate of analysis issued for your consignment carries the measured values for that batch.

Diethylene Glycol is described as colorless, hygroscopic viscous liquid. Appearance is a useful first check on receipt of goods, though it does not replace the certificate of analysis for confirming that the material meets specification.

Common applications include unsaturated polyester resins — Key intermediate for durable materials, antifreeze formulations — Lowers freezing point in coolants, printing inks — Solvent for vibrant, lasting prints, textile finishing agents — Imparts softness to fabrics, brake fluids — Base for safe, effective vehicle performance and gas drying — Dehydrating agent in gas processing. The suitability of the product for a particular process depends on the grade and specification required, which is worth confirming against your own process conditions.

Diethylene Glycol is supplied to the Water Treatment, Food Processing & Beverage, Agriculture & Agrochemicals, Mining & Minerals, Construction & Admixtures, Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare, Cosmetics & Personal Care, Cleaning & Detergents, Paints, Coatings & Inks, Textile & Leather Tanning, Oil, Gas & Energy and Laboratories & Research sectors. These are the industries this product is listed against in our catalogue; if your application falls outside them, we can advise on suitability before you order.

Available in 235 kg drums. Where a different pack size or bulk delivery is required, it is confirmed at quotation stage against availability rather than listed here as standard.

Diethylene Glycol is recorded against the EC number 203-872-2 and the HS customs code 2909.41.00. Quote this on customs and export paperwork; it is confirmed again on the commercial invoice for your specific consignment.