Description
Genome Specialities FZC is a trusted Mono Propylene Glycol (MPG) supplier and distributor in the UAE, offering quality Propylene Glycol for pharmaceutical, food, cosmetic, personal care, and industrial applications.
Mono Propylene Glycol (MPG), also known as Propylene Glycol (PG) or 1,2-Propanediol, is a clear, colorless, viscous and hygroscopic liquid with excellent water solubility.
Due to its versatility, solvent properties, moisture-retention capability, and relatively low volatility, MPG is widely used across numerous industries.
Mono Propylene Glycol is commercially produced from propylene oxide through hydrolysis and is available in different grades depending on the intended application.
Chemical properties
| Parameter | Specification |
| Purity (Assay) | ≥ 99.5% |
| Appearance | Clear, colorless liquid |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 0.2% |
| Specific Gravity @ 20°C | 1.035 – 1.038 |
| pH (5% aqueous solution) | 6.0 – 8.0 |
| Boiling Point | 188.2°C |
| Flash Point (Closed Cup) | 103°C |
| Odor | Odorless or mild |
Grades of MPG
1. USP/EP (United States Pharmacopeia/European Pharmacopoeia) Grade: This high-purity grade is suitable for applications where it may come into contact with humans or animals. used in:
Food and Beverage: As a humectant, solvent for flavorings and colorings, and stabilizer.
Pharmaceuticals: As an inactive ingredient (excipient) and solvent for active ingredients in oral, topical, and some injectable medications.
Cosmetics and Personal Care: As a solvent, humectant, and carrier in products like moisturizers, shampoos, and deodorants.
2.Industrial Grade: This grade is used for various industrial applications, including:
Antifreeze and De-icing: As a base fluid in coolants for engines and in de-icing fluids for aircraft and runways.
Chemical Intermediate: In the production of unsaturated polyester resins, which are used to make items like bathtubs and pipes.
Paints, Coatings, and Inks: As a solvent.
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