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Identity ID
74a53a21ab0f4a8fa64af5c03bb569e6
Materials
Associated ID
ee300cf5-4c53-4eb8-a852-ef1e7b4281a2
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Description
Diethylene glycol can be used as a gas dehydrating agent, aromatic hydrocarbon extraction solvent, key raw material for polyurethane synthesis, solvent, humectant, etc., and can also serve as an intermediate in the synthesis of other organic compounds, flavors, and pharmaceuticals. This dataset includes main primary and auxiliary materials, energy consumption, and waterborne emissions from the production process; however, infrastructure such as production equipment and facility construction is not included within the system boundary of the dataset. The life cycle inventory was compiled from data obtained from multiple sources. The production process of diethylene glycol involves ethylene production from naphtha cracking, chlorination reaction, saponification reaction, crude distillation, and fine distillation processes.
Activity Description
The production process of diethylene glycol includes steps such as using naphtha cracking as raw material to produce ethylene, chlorination reaction, saponification reaction, crude distillation, and purification distillation.
Process Description
Diethylene glycol, with the chemical formula C4H10O3 and CAS number 111-46-6, is a colorless, odorless, clear, hygroscopic viscous liquid with a sweet, pungent taste. It is non-corrosive and of low toxicity. Diethylene glycol can be used as a gas dehydration agent, aromatic hydrocarbon extraction solvent, and a key raw material in polyurethane synthesis, as well as a solvent and humectant. It can also serve as an intermediate in the synthesis of other organic compounds, fragrances, and pharmaceuticals.
Time period
2020
2026
Geography
China
Macroeconomic value
Business-as-Usual
Data validation
Yes
Technology
Current Technology