Consider the following statements regarding Diethylene Glycol (DEG):

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Question

Consider the following statements regarding Diethylene Glycol (DEG):

I. It is an industrial solvent used in a variety of products, including antifreeze, brake fluid, and fabric and dye manufacturing.

II. The chemical is a standard ingredient in e-cigarette liquid.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. A. I only (Correct answer)
  2. B. II only
  3. C. Both I and II
  4. D. Neither I nor II

Correct Answer

Option A — I only

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is I only.

Key Points

  • Statement I: DEG is indeed an industrial solvent used in antifreeze, brake fluid, and textile/dye manufacturing ✓.
  • Statement II: DEG is NOT a standard ingredient in e-cigarette liquid — propylene glycol (PG) and vegetable glycerin (VG) are the standard base liquids; DEG is a harmful contaminant that has caused poisoning incidents when used in counterfeit products ✗.
  • Only Statement I is correct.