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TEG (Triethylene Glycol)

Description

Triethylene Glycol (TEG) is a larger molecule than either MEG or DEG and has two ether groups. It is less clear and less hygroscopic than DEG, but has a higher boiling point, density, and viscosity.

Applications

The viscous glycol ether is an important industrial solvent. It is utilized in the manufacture of unsaturated polyesters, plasticizer, and some important resins. It is a dyeing agent of gases. DEG is an effective softening agent, making glues and adhesives more flexible. It is an important component in formulations of brake fluids pastes and pigments.

Properties

Unit Quantity
Molecular weight g/mol 150.17
Boiling point °C 285
Freezing point °C -7
Vapor density at 15°C (air = 1.0) 5.17
Viscosity at 20°C (cp) 51
Specific heat at 0°C (cal/gm/°C) 0.477

Specifications

Drum shipment

Unit Quantity / description
Appearance visual clear
Specific gravity at 20°C/20°C 1.124-1.126
Purity* wt % 99 min
Water wt % 0.2 max
Acidity (as acetic acid) wt % 0.005 max
Color APHA 35 max
Ash wt % 0.01 max

bulk shipment

Unit Quantity / description
Appearance visual clear
Specific gravity at 20°C/20°C 1.1240-1.1260
Distillation range °C (at 760 mmHg) 280 min
295 min
Purity* wt % 99 min
Water wt % 0.1 max
DEG Content wt % 0.5 max
Heavy ends wt % 0.5 max
Color APHA 25 max
Ash wt % 0.01 max

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