Diethylene Glycol (DEG)

Diethylene glycol (DEG) is an organic compound with the formula (HOCH₂CH₂)₂O. Diethylene Glycol is a clear, colourless, odourless liquid with a sweet taste, and is an excellent solvent for water-insoluble chemicals and drugs. DEG is used as a component of multiple different products including antifreeze preparations, cosmetics, lubricants, brake fluids, wallpaper strippers, heating/cooling fuel and as a plasticizer.