Ethylene Glycol, Fisher BioReagents™

Description

CAS: 107-21-1 | C2H6O2 | 62.068 g/mol

Ethylene Glycol

Due to its property as an antifreeze, Ethylene Glycol may be used for the storage of enzymes at low temperatures.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 107-21-1
• Molecular Formula: C2H6O2
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 62.068
• InChI Key: LYCAIKOWRPUZTN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: ethylene glycol, 1,2-ethanediol, glycol, monoethylene glycol, 1,2-dihydroxyethane, 2-hydroxyethanol, glycol alcohol, ethylene alcohol, fridex, tescol
• PubChem CID: 174
• ChEBI: CHEBI:30742
• IUPAC Name: ethane-1,2-diol
• SMILES: C(CO)O

• pH: 5.5 to 7.5
• Melting Point: -13°C
• Color: Colorless
• Decomposition Information: >500°C
• Density: 1.113g/cm³
• Boiling Point: 196°C
• Quantity: 4 L
• Identification: Pass Test
• Packaging: Glass Bottle
• Physical Form: Viscous Liquid
• Assay Percent Range: ≥99 %
• Titratable Acid: 0.002mEq/g max.
• Linear Formula: HOCH₂CH₂OH
• Vapor Pressure: 0.12mmHg at 20°C
• Viscosity: 21 cP at 20°C
• Water: 0.5% max.
• Merck Index: 15, 3852
• Formula Weight: 62.06
• Percent Purity: ≥99%
• Chemical Name or Material: Ethylene Glycol

Safety and Handling

Hazard Statement	WARNING!
Precautionary Statement	Emergency Overview Harmful if swallowed. May cause skin, eye, and respiratory tract irritation. Hygroscopic. Use personal protective equipment. Ensure adequate ventilation. Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur. Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention. Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Do not use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation if victim ingested or inhaled the substance; induce artifici. Do not use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation if victim ingested or inhaled the substance; induce artifici. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur. NFPA Health:2 Flammability:1 Instability:0
Recommended Storage	RT

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