Neopentyl Glycol (NPG)
Diol for unsaturated polyester resins, alkyd and polyester resins and powder coatings.
- Shipping terms
- EXW · FCA · DAP · DDP
- Storage
- Ambient
- Certifications
- REACH
Overview
- Diol
- CAS 126-30-7
- Purity ≥ 99.0 % (dry basis)
- REACH registered
- Bags on pallets
Neopentyl Glycol (NPG) is a diol (CAS 126-30-7 · C₅H₁₂O₂). Main applications: unsaturated polyester resins, alkyd and polyester resins, powder coatings, polyurethanes, synthetic lubricants and plasticisers.
Supplied in bags on pallets from European stock (Antwerp, Rotterdam, Hamburg), with delivery across Europe on EXW, FCA, DAP or DDP terms. Registered under EU REACH.
The typical analysis below is taken from the product specification sheet. Specification sheet and safety data sheet available on request.
Specifications
Neopentyl Glycol (NPG)Product sheet
Typical analysis
| Appearance | White flakes |
|---|---|
| Purity | ≥ 99.0 % (dry basis) |
| Moisture | ≤ 0.3 % |
| Colour (APHA, 50 % solution) | ≤ 10 |
| Acidity (CH₃COOH) | ≤ 0.05 % |
| Melting point | 124–130 °C |
| Aldehydes | ≤ 0.15 % |
Specifications
| Product type | Diol |
|---|---|
| CAS number | 126-30-7 |
| Molecular formula | C₅H₁₂O₂ |
| Molecular weight | 104.15 g/mol |
| Synonyms | 2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-propanediol |
| EU REACH | Registered |
Packaging
Bags
