Diethylene glycol (DEG) is an organic compound with the formula (HOCH2CH2)2O. It is a colorless, nearly odorless, and hygroscopic liquid with a slightly sweet taste. It is a four-carbon dimer of ethylene glycol. It can mix with water, alcohols, ether, acetone, and ethylene glycol.
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- Molar Mass: 106.12 g/mol
- Appearance: Colorless liquid
- Density: 1.118 g/mL
- Melting Point: -10.45 °C (13.19 °F; 262.70 K)
- Boiling Point: 244 – 245 °C (471 – 473 °F; 517 – 518 K)
- Solubility in Water: Miscible
- Diethylene glycol (DEG) is used in antifreeze, brake fluids, cosmetic products, lubricants, and other products available in the market.