| Description | (±)-1,2-Propanediol is an aliphatic alcohol that has a variety of roles as a preservative and antifreeze, and has a wide range of applications in the food industry and skin care industry. (±)-1,2-Propanediol is a natural bacteriostatic agent that inhibits the growth and multiplication of bacteria to a certain extent. |
| Synonyms | 1,2-Propanediol, Propylene glycol, 1,2-Dihydroxypropane, Methyl ethyl glycol, 丙二醇 |
| molecular weight | 76.09 |
| Molecular formula | C3H8O2 |
| CAS | 57-55-6 |
| Storage | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year |
| Solubility | DMSO: 1.42 mg/mL (18.69 mM) |
| References | 1. Massarsky A , Abdel A , Glazer L , et al. Neurobehavioral effects of 1,2-propanediol in zebrafish ( Danio rerio )[J]. NeuroToxicology, 2018:S0161813X18300378. |