Propylene Carbonate is a cyclic organic carbonate used as an industrial solvent and chemical raw material, commonly referred to as PC in technical and industrial documentation. Identified by CAS 108-32-7, it functions as a high‑performance aprotic polar solvent, offering high dielectric constant, low vapor pressure, and broad compatibility with organic and inorganic components under controlled processing conditions. It is typically applied in industrial formulation and process systems where solvent stability and polarity are required at elevated operating ranges. From a supply standpoint, this product is available with competitive factory pricing, customized specifications, and complete documentation including MSDS, TDS, COA, supporting reliable bulk supply for industrial use.
Propylene Carbonate CAS 108-32-7
- CAS: 108-32-7
- Synonyms: PC solvent, Propylene carbonate solvent, 4-Methyl-1,3-dioxolan-2-one, Cyclic carbonate
- Einecs: 03-572-1
- Molecular Formula: C4H6O3
- Grade: Industrial grade 99%
- Package: 200kg iron drum or 50kg plastic drum packaging
Product Description
Product Name: Propylene carbonate
Synonyms: propylene glycol carbonate; 1,2-propylene glycol carbonate; Pynyl carbonate
CAS：108-32-7
EINECS:03-572-1
Molecular Weight: 102.09
Molecular formula:C4H6O3
Appearance: colorless and transparent liquid in appearance
Melting point: -49 °C
Boiling point: 240 °C
Density: 1.204
Refractive index: 1.421
Flash point: 270 °F
Main uses: Propylene carbonate is a polar solvent, which can be used as a plasticizer, spinning solvent, water-soluble dye and dispersant for plastics, and can also be used as an extractant for oily solvents and olefins and aromatics. Propylene carbonate as the electrolyte for batteries can withstand harsh light, heat and chemical changes. It also has certain uses in geological beneficiation and analytical chemistry. In addition, propylene carbonate can also replace phenolic resin as a wood adhesive and is also used to synthesize dimethyl carbonate. In addition, propylene carbonate can also replace phenolic resin as a wood adhesive and is also used to synthesize dimethyl carbonate.
Packaging: Galvanized iron drum or lacquered drum packaging, net weight of 250±0.5 kg per barrel
FAQ - Technical & Supply Chain
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Is PC the same as propylene carbonate?
A: Yes. PC is the commonly used abbreviation for propylene carbonate, and both refer to the same chemical substance identified by CAS 108-32-7. -
Q:
What type of solvent is propylene carbonate?
A: It is classified as a polar aprotic solvent with high boiling point and low volatility, commonly used in industrial process and formulation systems. -
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Is propylene carbonate supplied as an industrial solvent or a finished product?
A: It is supplied primarily as an industrial solvent or raw material for further processing and formulation rather than as a finished end-use product.
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