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Dow Chemical plant in South Charleston, West Virginia.
Ethylene glycol is a versatile chemical intermediate utilized across several manufacturing sectors. Beyond its primary application as an automotive antifreeze, it serves as a critical reagent and ingredient in the following industries:
- Polymer and Plastics Industry: It is a fundamental reagent in the production of polyesters and alkyd resins, which are essential for coatings and plastics.123
- Chemical Manufacturing: It is used to synthesize synthetic waxes and serves as a precursor for polyethylene glycol, which has extensive applications in medicine, cosmetics, and material preservation.143
- Defense and Mining: It is employed in the manufacture of low-freezing explosives.123
- Automotive and Industrial Fluids: It is a key ingredient in the formulation of hydraulic and brake fluids.123
- Printing and Coatings: It is utilized as a solvent in the production of printing inks and paint solvents.13