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W294004

Propylene glycol

≥99.5% (GC), FCC, FG

Synonym(s):

1,2-Propanediol, Propylene glycol

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Linear Formula:
CH3CH(OH)CH2OH
CAS Number:
57-55-6
Molecular Weight:
76.09
PubChem Substance ID:
24901410
UNSPSC Code:
12164502
Council of Europe no.:
4212
FEMA Number:
2940
NACRES:
NA.21
EC Number:
200-338-0
MDL number:
MFCD00064272
Beilstein/REAXYS Number:
1340498
E Number:
E 1520
Organoleptic:
odorless
Grade:
FG, Fragrance grade, Halal, Kosher
Biological source:
synthetic
Agency:
follows IFRA guidelines
Food allergen:
no known allergens

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InChI key

DNIAPMSPPWPWGF-UHFFFAOYSA-N

InChI

1S/C3H8O2/c1-3(5)2-4/h3-5H,2H2,1H3

SMILES string

CC(O)CO

biological source

synthetic

grade

FG, Fragrance grade, Halal, Kosher

agency

follows IFRA guidelines

reg. compliance

EU Regulation 1223/2009, FCC, FDA 21 CFR 175.300, FDA 21 CFR 175.320, FDA 21 CFR 176.180, FDA 21 CFR 176.210, FDA 21 CFR 184.1666, EU Regulation 1333/2008 & 178/2002

vapor density

2.62 (vs air)

vapor pressure

0.08 mmHg ( 20 °C)

assay

≥99.5% (GC)

form

viscous liquid

autoignition temp.

779 °F

expl. lim.

12.5 %

refractive index

n20/D 1.432 (lit.)

bp

187 °C (lit.)

mp

−60 °C (lit.)

density

1.036 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)

application(s)

flavors and fragrances

documentation

see Safety & Documentation for available documents

food allergen

no known allergens

fragrance allergen

no known allergens

organoleptic

odorless

Quality Level

300, 400

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General description

Propylene glycol is an aliphatic dihydric alcohol with a wide range of applications in the food industry such as an anticaking agent, antioxidant, humectant, flavoring agent, emulsifier, stabilizer, thickener etc.

Application


  • Fatally impaired glucose digestion by propylene glycol in Aedes aegypti (Diptera: Culicidae) and co-formulation with terpenoids for enhancing attractive toxic sugar baits.: This study explores the application of propylene glycol in impairing glucose digestion in mosquitoes, offering a novel approach to vector control through enhanced toxic sugar baits. The synergy with terpenoids broadens its impact, marking significant progress in pest management strategies (Maes et al., 2024).

  • Null cross-modal effects of olfactory training on visual, auditory or olfactory working memory in 6- to 9-year-old children.: This neuroscientific study utilizes propylene glycol in olfactory training exercises, investigating its potential to influence cross-modal sensory processing. Despite null findings, it provides a critical assessment of sensory integration therapies (Pieniak et al., 2024).

  • Propylene glycol toxicity in an adolescent secondary to chronic cornstarch ingestion.: This medical case study addresses the risks associated with excessive propylene glycol intake, highlighting its potential toxic effects. The study serves as a crucial reminder of the need for regulatory scrutiny and public awareness regarding chemical additives in food products (Downey et al., 2024).

Storage Class

10 - Combustible liquids

ppe

Eyeshields, Gloves, multi-purpose combination respirator cartridge (US)

wgk

WGK 1

flash_point_f

219.2 °F - closed cup

flash_point_c

104 °C - closed cup

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SHBR9016
SHBR7016
SHBR0644
SHBP6938
SHBP8848

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Encyclopedia of Food and Color Additives, 2, 2347-2347 (1997)
Handbook of Preservatives, 508-508 (2004)
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Saiful E Syafruddin et al.
Nature communications, 10(1), 1152-1152 (2019-03-13)
Transcriptional networks are critical for the establishment of tissue-specific cellular states in health and disease, including cancer. Yet, the transcriptional circuits that control carcinogenesis remain poorly understood. Here we report that Kruppel like factor 6 (KLF6), a transcription factor of
Gai Ling Li et al.
Journal of controlled release : official journal of the Controlled Release Society, 84(1-2), 49-57 (2002-10-26)
To achieve a therapeutical effect of the anti-Parkinson's drug R-apomorphine via iontophoresis delivery, enhancement strategies in vitro were explored using three structurally related enhancers, lauric acid (LA), dodecyltrimethylammonium bromide (DTAB) and Laureth-3 oxyethylene ether (C(12)EO(3)). Human stratum corneum and shed
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