Ethylene Glycol

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Recently, the government of Tamil Nadu issued a public notice against a batch of Almond Kit syrup, after laboratory tests detected adulteration with ethylene glycol. 

About Ethylene Glycol

• It is the simplest member of the glycol family of organic compounds.
• Properties:
  • It is a colourless, odourless, slightly viscous liquid with a faintly sweet taste.
  • It mixes easily with water and alcohol, and does not evaporate quickly.
  • It remains stable over a wide temperature range, and is inexpensive to manufacture. 
  • Impact of Human Health: Ethylene glycol metabolism produces toxic metabolites that can cause significant morbidity and mortality if left untreated.

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Applications of  Ethylene Glycol

• It is used to make antifreeze and de-icing solutions for cars, airplanes, and boats.
• It is also used in hydraulic brake fluids and inks used in stamp pads, ballpoint pens, and print shops.
• It is also used as a reagent in making polyesters, explosives, alkyd resins, and synthetic waxes.

Source: TH