1,2-Ethanediol

PubChem CID:174
Structure:
Chemical Safety:
IrritantIrritant
Molecular Formula:(C2H4O)nH2O (n = number of ethylene oxide units corresponding to a molecular weight of 6 000, about 140) or HOCH2CH2OH or HO(C2H4O)nH or CH2OHCH2OH or C2H6O2
Synonyms:
ETHYLENE GLYCOL
Ethane-1,2-diol
1,2-ethanediol
107-21-1
glycol
Molecular Weight:
62.07 g/mol
Dates:
  • Modify:
    2020-02-15
  • Create:
    2004-09-16
Ethylene glycol is a clear, colorless syrupy liquid. The primary hazard is the threat to the environment. Immediate steps should be taken to limit its spread to the environment. Since it is a liquid it can easily penetrate the soil and contaminate groundwater and nearby streams.
Ethylene glycol is a synthetic liquid substance that absorbs water. It is odorless, but has a sweet taste. Ethylene glycol is used to make antifreeze and de-icing solutions for cars, airplanes, and boats. It is also used in hydraulic brake fluids and inks used in stamp pads, ballpoint pens, and print shops.

1Structures

1.12D Structure

Chemical Structure Depiction
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1.23D Conformer

1.3Crystal Structures

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CCDC Number130116
Crystal Structure DataDOI:10.5517/cc4cd95
Crystal Structure Depiction