Propylene glycol (PG)

Description

Propylene Glycol (PG) is a colorless, odorless, and hygroscopic liquid with the chemical formula C₃H₈O₂. It is widely used in the food, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and industrial sectors as a humectant, solvent, preservative, and carrier for active ingredients due to its low toxicity and excellent moisture-retaining properties.

Key Features:

• Colorless and odorless liquid: Easy to use in formulations without altering appearance or smell

• Hygroscopic nature: Excellent moisture-retaining (humectant) properties

• Low toxicity and safe: Approved for food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic use

• Good solvent: Dissolves a wide range of substances, including flavors, colors, and active ingredients

• Stable and non-reactive: Chemically stable under normal storage and use conditions

• Versatile applications: Used in food, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and industrial products

• Low freezing point: Useful in antifreeze and heat-transfer applications

Applications:

• Food industry: As a humectant, preservative, and solvent for flavors and colors

• Pharmaceuticals: Carrier for active ingredients in syrups, injections, and topical formulations

• Cosmetics and personal care: Moisturizers, creams, lotions, and deodorants

• Industrial applications: Antifreeze, coolant, and heat-transfer fluid

• E-liquids for vaping: Solvent for flavor and nicotine delivery

• Paints and coatings: Solvent and moisture-retaining agent

• Plastics and resins: Component in polymer production and processing

• Animal feed and pet care: Humectant and preservative in feed products

Specifications:

• Packaging Details: 50 litres Drum
• Grade Standard: Industrial Grade
• Packaging Size: 40 L
• Packaging Type: Drum
• Physical State: Liquid
• Usage/Application: Industrial
• Availability: In Stock