Applications in Various Industries:
- Industrial Use: Used as a coolant and antifreeze in automotive and industrial systems.
Employed as a solvent in the production of resins, paints, and inks. - Chemical Industry: Used as an intermediate in the production of polyester fibers, films, and bottles.
- Consumer Products: Found in antifreeze, de-icing fluids, and some cleaning agents.
Where is MEG Found?
- Natural Sources: Not naturally occurring; it is a synthetic compound.
- Industrial Production: Produced by the hydrolysis of ethylene oxide with water.
- Consumer Products: Found in antifreeze, polyester products, and industrial solvents.