
Mono Propylene Glycol (E1520)
- IUPAC Name
- propane-1,2-diol
- Molecular Formula
- C3H8O2
- Molecular Weight (g/mol)
- 76.0900
- InChIKey
- DNIAPMSPPWPWGF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C3H8O2/c1-3(5)2-4/h3-5H,2H2,1H3
- Synonyms & Trade Names
- propylene glycol; 1,2-propanediol; 57-55-6; propane-1,2-diol; 1,2-Propylene glycol; 1,2-dihydroxypropane; 2-Hydroxypropanol; Isopropylene glycol; Dowfrost; Sirlene; Methylethyl glycol; Methylethylene glycol; Monopropylene glycol; Trimethyl glycol; Propylene Glycol USP; Solar Winter BAN; Solargard P; alpha-Propyleneglycol; dl-Propylene glycol; DL-1,2-Propanediol
Categories
Technical Document
Mono Propylene Glycol Mono propylene glycol is a synthetic organic compound derived from propylene oxide, valued for its humectant, solvent, and stabilizer properties across industries. In the food industry, it retains moisture in baked goods, acts as a carrier for flavors and colors, and prevents crystallization in icings and fillings while ensuring smooth textures. It also serves as an emulsifier in low-fat products and a preservative aid in confections.
