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Ethylene Glycol (MEG – Mono Ethylene Glycol) is a colorless, odorless, hygroscopic liquid widely used in polyester, antifreeze, and industrial applications.

Basic details

• Chemical formula: C₂H₆O₂

• Appearance: Clear liquid

• Taste: Sweet (⚠️ toxic)

• Purity: Typically 99.8% min

Major uses

• Polyester & PET resin manufacturing

• Antifreeze & coolants

• De-icing fluids

• Heat transfer fluids

• Resins, fibers, and films

Key properties

• Completely miscible with water

• High boiling point: ~197 °C

• Low freezing point when mixed with water

• Hygroscopic

Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) is a water-soluble polymer widely used in pharma, cosmetics, food, and industrial applications.

Basic details

• Chemical name: Polyethylene Glycol

• General formula: HO–(CH₂CH₂O)ₙ–H

• Appearance:

  • Liquid (PEG 200, 300, 400)

  • Semi-solid (PEG 600, 1000)

  • Solid flakes/powder (PEG 1500–6000+)

Common grades / molecular weights

• PEG 200 / 300 / 400 – liquid

• PEG 600 / 1000 – viscous / semi-solid

• PEG 1500 / 4000 / 6000 – solid

Major uses

• Pharmaceuticals (ointments, laxatives, tablet binder)

• Cosmetics & personal care (emollient, humectant)

• Food grade PEG (additive & processing aid)

• Textiles & leather

• Lubricants & plasticizers

• Chemical & industrial formulations

Key properties

• Completely soluble in water

• Non-toxic (pharma/food grades)

• Hygroscopic

• Excellent lubricating properties

Batteries Distilled Water is high-purity distilled / de-ionized water specially used for lead-acid batteries.

Basic details

• Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid

• Free from salts, minerals, and impurities

• Very low electrical conductivity

Major uses

• Automotive batteries

• Inverter & UPS batteries

• Industrial lead-acid batteries

• Radiators & cooling systems

Basic details

• Chemical formula: C₃H₈O₃

• Appearance: Colorless, viscous liquid

• Purity: Commonly 99.5% min

Common grades

• Pharma grade (IP / BP / USP)

• Food grade

• Technical / Industrial grade

Hexene is an unsaturated aliphatic hydrocarbon (alkene) used mainly as a chemical intermediate in petrochemical applications.

Basic details

• Chemical formula: C₆H₁₂

• Appearance: Colorless, clear liquid

• Odor: Mild hydrocarbon smell

• Isomers: 1-Hexene, 2-Hexene, 3-Hexene

Most common grade

• 1-Hexene (highest industrial demand)

Major uses

• Comonomer in polyethylene (LLDPE & HDPE)

• Chemical intermediates

• Detergents & plastic additives

• Lubricants & specialty chemicals

Key properties

• Insoluble in water

• Low boiling point (~63–66 °C for 1-hexene)

• Highly reactive due to double bond

• Good chemical stability under storage

Safety & handling

• Highly flammable

• Vapors may cause dizziness

• Use proper ventilation and PPE

• Store away from heat and ignition sources

Basic details

• Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid

• Conductivity: Very low

• Free from salts, minerals, and impurities

Major uses

• Lead-acid batteries (automotive, inverter, UPS)

• Laboratories

• Pharmaceutical & chemical processes

• Radiators & cooling systems

• Electroplating

Key properties

• Non-conductive

• Neutral pH (approx. 6.5–7.5)

• Non-toxic

• No residue after evaporation

Trichloroethylene (TCE) is a chlorinated hydrocarbon solvent mainly used for degreasing and metal cleaning.

Basic details

• Chemical formula: C₂HCl₃

• Appearance: Colorless, clear liquid

• Odor: Sweet, chloroform-like smell

• Nature: Non-flammable under normal conditions

Major uses

• Metal degreasing & vapor degreasing

• Cleaning agent for precision parts

• Chemical intermediate

• Extraction solvent (limited use today)

Hexane (/ˈhɛkseɪn/) or n-hexane is an organic compound, a straight-chain alkane with six carbon atoms and the molecular formula C₆H₁₄.^[7]

Basic details

• Appearance: Dark brown to yellowish liquid

• Odor: Strong, characteristic smell

• Glycerol content: 40% – 85% (varies by source)

Typical composition

• Glycerol

• Water

• Methanol (trace to moderate)

• Salts & soaps

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Liquid Glycerin (also known as Glycerine / Glycerol) is a clear, odorless, viscous liquid widely used in pharma, food, cosmetic, and industrial applications.

Basic details

• Chemical formula: C₃H₈O₃

• Appearance: Colorless, transparent liquid

• Taste: Sweet

• Purity: Commonly 99.5% min (refined grade)

Common grades

• Pharma grade (IP / BP / USP)

• Food grade

• Industrial / Technical grade

Major uses

• Pharmaceuticals (syrups, ointments, suppositories)

• Cosmetics & personal care (moisturizer, humectant)

• Food industry (sweetener, humectant)

• Tobacco & e-liquids

• Resins, inks, adhesives

• Antifreeze & lubricants

Key properties

• Completely miscible with water

• Hygroscopic

• Non-toxic (food & pharma grades)

• High boiling point

Unsaturated Polyester Resins (UPR) are thermosetting resins widely used in FRP (Fiber Reinforced Plastic) and composite applications.

Basic details

• Type: Thermosetting polyester resin

• Form: Viscous liquid (pre-polymer)

• Supplied dissolved in styrene monomer

• Curing: With MEKP catalyst and accelerator

Major types

• Orthophthalic resin – general purpose

• Isophthalic resin – better strength & chemical resistance

• DCPD resin – low shrinkage, cost-effective

• Vinyl ester (related category) – high chemical resistance

Major uses

• FRP products (tanks, pipes, sheets)

• Automobile parts

• Boat building & marine

• Electrical components

• Construction & infrastructure

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Basic details

• Chemical formula: CH₃CN

• Appearance: Colorless, clear liquid

• Odor: Mild ether-like smell

• Purity: Commonly 99.9% (HPLC / AR grade) and industrial grades

Major uses

• Pharmaceutical manufacturing

• HPLC & analytical laboratories

• Chemical synthesis

• Extraction and purification

• Agrochemicals

Key properties

• Completely miscible with water

• Low viscosity

• Boiling point: ~82 °C

• High polarity, low reactivity