Propylene Glycol, food grade (FCC)

Name: Propylene Glycol, food grade (FCC)
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-045754

About Propylene Glycol, food grade (FCC)

Propylene Glycol (CAS 57-55-6) is an alcohol building block offered by Vaqora Chemicals in Food Grade grade. Formula C3H8O2, molecular weight 76.09 g/mol. The IUPAC name is propane-1,2-diol. Alternative names: 1,2-propanediol and 1,2-Propylene glycol.

The product is provided as a liquid. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Typical applications include organic synthesis and API synthesis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and food and beverage processing.

Standard pack sizes are 500 mL, 1 L, 2.5 L and 25 L, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Propylene Glycol, food grade (FCC)
Catalogue No.	VQ-045754
CAS Number	57-55-6
IUPAC name	propane-1,2-diol
Molecular formula	C₃H₈O₂
Molecular weight	76.09 g/mol
Exact mass	76.0524
Grade	Food Grade
HSN code	29053200
InChIKey	DNIAPMSPPWPWGF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(CO)O
PubChem CID	1030

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 2
TPSA	40.5 Å²
Synonyms	1,2-propanediol, 1,2-Propylene glycol, 1,2-dihydroxypropane, 2-Hydroxypropanol, Isopropylene glycol, Sirlene, Methylethyl glycol, Methylethylene glycol, Monopropylene glycol, Trimethyl glycol, Solar Winter BAN, Solargard P

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H336May cause drowsiness or dizziness
H370Causes damage to organs
H372Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

Precautionary statements: P260, P261, P264, P270, P271, P304 + P340, P308 + P316, P319, P321, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

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Reference Standard

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Formula: C₃H₈O₂
MW: 76.09 g/mol

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Propylene Glycol, food grade (FCC)?

The CAS Registry Number of Propylene Glycol, food grade (FCC) is 57-55-6. It is also known as 1,2-propanediol, 1,2-Propylene glycol, 1,2-dihydroxypropane.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Propylene Glycol, food grade (FCC)?

Propylene Glycol, food grade (FCC) has the molecular formula C3H8O2 and a molecular weight of 76.09 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is propane-1,2-diol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Propylene Glycol, food grade (FCC) can I order?

We supply Propylene Glycol, food grade (FCC) in Food Grade grade, in 500 mL, 1 L, 2.5 L, 25 L packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Propylene Glycol, food grade (FCC)?

Yes. Every lot of Propylene Glycol, food grade (FCC) is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Propylene Glycol, food grade (FCC) be shipped internationally?

Yes. Propylene Glycol, food grade (FCC) is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.