Description

Ethyleneglycoldilactate is a diester compound formed from ethylene glycol and lactic acid. This specialty chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and functional additive, valued for its biodegradability and ability to modify polymer properties. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the polymer, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical industries seeking to enhance product performance and sustainability profiles.

Application

• Polymer Plasticizer: Used as a co-plasticizer or modifier in biodegradable polymers and resins to improve flexibility and processing.
• Cosmetic Formulations: Acts as an emollient or solvent in personal care products like creams and lotions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of prodrugs or controlled-release drug delivery systems.
• Green Solvent: Employed as a biodegradable solvent in specialty cleaning formulations and industrial applications.
• Adhesive & Coating Additive: Functions as a tackifier or rheology modifier in water-based adhesives and coatings.
• Food Contact Material Additive: Potentially used in compliant formulations for packaging materials (subject to specific regulatory approval).

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyleneglycoldilactate
CAS No.	91990-18-0
Molecular Formula	C8H12O6
Molecular Weight	204.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethylene Glycol Dilactate; 1,2-Ethanediol, 1,2-dilactate; Bis(2-hydroxypropanoate) ethane; Glycol Dilactate; 2-Hydroxypropanoic Acid 1,2-ethanediyl Ester; Lactic Acid Ethylene Glycol Ester; Ethylene Lactic Acid Ester
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Quality Control

Our Ethyleneglycoldilactate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters such as assay, acidity, and specific impurities. Specifications can be aligned with industrial, cosmetic (ISO 22716), or pharmaceutical (GMP) grade requirements upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Acidity (as Lactic Acid)	≤ 0.5%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.20 - 1.25
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.450

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.