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Diethylene Glycol DEG Polyester Grade
Formula: C₄H₁₀O₃

Diethylene Glycol

DEG (Polyester & Industrial Grade)

Diethylene Glycol (DEG) is a clear, colorless, odorless, and hygroscopic liquid. It is a heavier co-product of Ethylene Glycol. Ruvon supplies high-purity Polyester Grade DEG, which is essential for manufacturing Unsaturated Polyester Resins (UPR), Polyurethanes, and plasticizers where flexibility is key.

CAS Number 111-46-6
Purity 99.8% Min
MEG Content Max 0.2%

Product Overview

DEG has properties similar to MEG but with a higher boiling point and viscosity. This makes it an excellent solvent for nitrocellulose, resins, dyes, and oils. In the cement industry, it is widely used as a grinding aid to improve efficiency and reduce energy consumption.

  • Flexibility Modifier: Used in polyester resins to increase flexibility and impact resistance.
  • Hygroscopic: Absorbs moisture from the air, useful in gas dehydration and tobacco moistening (industrial use only).
  • Solvent Power: excellent solvent for printing inks and textile dyes.

Technical Specifications

Conforms to Polyester Grade Standards.

Parameter Specification Limit
Purity (DEG) 99.8% Min
Mono Ethylene Glycol (MEG) Max 0.20%
Tri Ethylene Glycol (TEG) Max 0.20%
Water Content Max 0.05%
Acidity (as Acetic Acid) Max 20 ppm
Specific Gravity (20/20°C) 1.1170 - 1.1200
Color (Pt-Co) Max 10
Ash Content Max 50 ppm

Mechanism: The "Oxygen Hinge"

Why choose DEG over MEG?

While MEG makes plastics rigid (like bottles), DEG makes them flexible.

  • The Structure: DEG is basically two MEG molecules joined by an Oxygen atom (Ether Linkage: -O-).
  • The Hinge Effect: This extra Oxygen atom acts like a "hinge" or "elbow" in the polymer chain. When DEG is used in unsaturated polyester resins (UPR), this hinge allows the molecular chain to bend and twist. This prevents the final fiberglass product from being too brittle and cracking under stress.

Industrial Applications

UPR Resins

Used to manufacture flexible unsaturated polyester resins for fiberglass boats, buttons, and car parts.

Cement Grinding Aid

Added during cement production to reduce energy cost and prevent clumping of cement powder.

Brake Fluids

High boiling point makes it an ideal base component for hydraulic brake fluids.

Morpholine Production

Raw material for synthesizing Morpholine, used in rubber chemicals and optical brighteners.

Paint & Inks

Solvent for nitrocellulose resins, printing inks, and wood stains.

Gas Dehydration

Absorbs moisture from natural gas streams to prevent pipeline corrosion.

Packaging Options

230 KG HDPE/MS Drums

Standard heavy-duty drums. Virgin quality maintained.

Bulk Road Tanker

Bulk supply (20-25 MT) for large resin and cement factories.

Safety & Handling Protocols

Toxic Substance

Handle with extreme care. Not classified as flammable (Flash point > 120°C).

  • Hygroscopic: Keep drums tightly sealed. Absorption of water affects quality for PU applications.
  • Spills: Slippery when spilled. Clean with absorbent material and water.
  • PPE: Wear protective gloves and goggles. Do not inhale vapors at high temperatures.

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Diethylene Glycol

99.8% Polyester Grade. High Purity. Direct Import.

Minimum Order Quantity: 230 KG (1 Drum)
Full Tanker Load Available

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