Ethylene glycol diglycidyl ether - EGDGE

Ethylene glycol diglycidyl ether (EGDGE) is a chemical compound used primarily as a reactive diluent in epoxy resins. It's a colorless, viscous liquid with a faint odor.

Product Details

Formula:

C8H14O4

CAS Number:

2224-15-9

Also Known As:

1,2-Bis(2,3-epoxypropoxy)ethane; 1,2-bis(oxiran-2-ylmethoxy)ethane; Glycol diglycidyl ether

Structure:

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applications:

EGDGE is added to epoxy resins to reduce their viscosity, making them easier to process and apply. It can act as a cross-linking agent, improving the mechanical properties of epoxy resins.


It is also used in adhesives, sealants and coatings to improve their adhesion and durability.  

Typical Specifications

Data is representative of average lots;
data taken from specific lots may vary.

Appearance

Colorless, viscous liquid

Boiling Point, °C

112/4.5 mmHg

Density, g/cm3

1.118

Molecular weight, g/mol

174.19

Odor

Faint odor

Purity, %

99

Refractive index, n20/D

1.463

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