Qingdao Orke Chemical Co., Ltd. is one of the most professional manufacturers and suppliers of 2-hydroxy ethanol in China, supports customized service with competitive price. Please feel free to buy bulk 2-hydroxy ethanol in stock here from our factory. If you have any enquiry about quotation and free sample, please feel free to email us.
2-Hydroxy Ethanol is a colorless, transparent, viscous liquid suitable for use in plastic raw materials, coating solvents, chemical synthesis, and cooling systems, and is widely used in industrial and laboratory fields.
Boiling point: 197.3℃
Melting point: -13.0℃
Density: 1.113 g/cm ³ (25℃)
Flash point: 111℃(closed cup)
Viscosity: about 16.5 mPa · s (25 ℃)
Surface tension: approximately 28mN/m (20 ℃)
Solubility: Completely miscible in water, with strong hygroscopicity

Application
Material of PET & other chemical
Material of PET, what can be used to produce polyester fibers, beverage bottles, films, and engineering plastics (such as PBT)
Could be used to produce glyoxal, oxalic acid, ethanolamine, ethylene glycol ether, and ethylene glycol acetate.

Antifreeze and coolant
With Low freezing point, high boiling point, and high heat capacity, it's an ideal base fluid for automotive and industrial coolant (antifreeze), providing low-temperature antifreeze and high-temperature anti boiling protection.

Excellent solvents and moisture absorbers
It has good solubility and strong hygroscopicity for many organic and inorganic compounds, and can be used for natural gas dehydration and special inks.

Why We Are the Leading Manufacturer of 2-hydroxy Ethanol
Diverse Product Line: Covering functional petroleum resins, solvents, plasticizers, and specialty products for asphalt and rubber.
High Annual Production Capacity: Annual production capacity exceeding 50,000 tons, meeting the needs of large-volume customers.
Quality Management System: ISO9001:2015 certified, adhering to international quality standards.
Traceability Mechanism: Every shipment is traceable, and issues are resolved within 48 hours.

Package & Storage
Packaging
230 kg drums, 1100 kg IBC containers
Storage
Keep sealed to prevent moisture absorption.
Store in a cool (under 40℃), dry place, away from direct sunlight.
Keep away from fire, heat sources, and static electricity.
Store separately from oxidizers and alkali metals; avoid mixing.

FAQ
Q:What is the difference between industrial grade, antifreeze grade, andfiber grade?
A: Industrial grade meets general chemical reaction and solvent performance requirements, normally used for general chemical synthesis, solvents, ordinary antifreeze base fluids, etc.
Antifreeze grade requires a much low levels of corrosive ions, what can prevent corrosion of engine cooling systems (aluminum, copper, solder, etc.), making it a high-quality coolant/antifreeze suitable for automobiles, ships, and industrial equipment.
Fiber grade has a high purity and optical purity. Its low aldehyde can prevent poisoning of polyester catalysts, and high UV transmittance ensures good color and stable quality of the final products, such as PET bottles and fibers. Mainly used for producing polyethylene terephthalate (PET) for beverage bottles, polyester fibers, films, etc.
Q:Why is strictly sealing required during storage?
A: It has a strong hygroscopicity. Unsealing can lead to a decrease in product purity, deterioration of quality, and equipment corrosion.
Q: What are the toxic of ethylene glycol?
A: It's mainly oral toxicity, which requires strict prevention.
It's moderate toxicity, but its metabolites in the human liver (such as oxalic acid) are highly toxic and may cause kidney failure, central nervous system depression, and even be fatal. The toxic dose is about 1.5ml/kg for adults and much lower for children and pets.
All containers must be clearly marked "toxic" warning, and kept out of reach of children and pets.
Ensure good ventilation in the work area during operation. Wear chemical resistant gloves (such as nitrile rubber gloves) and goggles. If may raise mist droplets or large-scale dumping, It's better to wear a gas mask.
If skin contacted, immediately rinse with plenty of water and soap. If splashed into eyes, rinse with clean water for 15 minutes at least immediately and seek medical attention.
Q: What are your payment terms?
A: T/T, LC, Alipay, or PayPal.
Q: What are the basic properties of 2-Hydroxy Ethanol?
A: It is a colorless, transparent, viscous liquid with a low freezing point, high solubility, and good thermal conductivity.
Q: What substances can it dissolve?
A: 2-Hydroxy Ethanol is soluble in many oils, resins, and organic compounds.
Q: Can it be used at high temperatures?
A: Yes. It is stable at high temperatures, does not easily decompose, and is suitable for continuous cooling or chemical reaction systems.
Q: In which chemical synthesis can 2-Hydroxy Ethanol be used?
A: It can be used as an intermediate in etherification, esterification, and plasticization reactions.
Q: What is its service life?
A: 2-Hydroxy Ethanol can be used stably for more than 3 years under sealed conditions at room temperature.
Product Specification
|
ITEM |
TYPE I |
TYPE II |
|
Purity,% ≥ |
99.9 |
99.0 |
|
Diethylene glycol, % ≤ |
0.050 |
0.600 |
|
Hazen (Pt-Co), ≤ |
5 |
10 |
|
water,% ≤ |
0.08 |
0.20 |








