Propylene glycol is used in a variety of products, including cosmetics, food additives, and pharmaceuticals. It also serves as a solvent for other chemicals. What is Propylene Glycol? Propylene Glycol is a synthetic liquid used in a wide range of applications such as pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, food, and manufacturing industries. It is an alcohol that absorbs water and mixes with many solvents, made primarily made by treating propylene oxide from refining petroleum with water. It is used to absorb extra water and retain moisture in medicines, cosmetics, or foods. As a solvent, it is used in the food, paint, and plastic industries. Also, propylene glycol is used in theatrical productions and firefighting training to simulate smoke or fog. Major Application Areas Pharmaceutical Pharmaceutical-grade propylene glycol USP/EP is used as a non-active enabling agent, also known as an excipient. As an agent, it carries flavors in food and beverages, helps retain taste and moisture
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