Product Detail  

Contact Us  Arabella  export@eastchem-cn.com

1,2-Hexanediol (CAS 6920-22-5, HD)

Key Properties:

• Physical State: Clear, viscous liquid .
• Melting Point: 42.8–45°C .
• Boiling Point: 197–224°C (atmospheric pressure) .
• Density: 0.925–0.963 g/mL (20°C) .
• Solubility: Miscible with water, ethanol, and ethers .

Applications:

1. Cosmetics & Personal Care:
   • Humectant: Provides lightweight hydration in moisturizers and sunscreens .
   • Preservative Alternative: Inhibits bacteria/fungi (e.g., in “preservative-free” formulations) when paired with ethylhexylglycerin .
   • Solubilizer: Enhances dispersion of oils and plant extracts in emulsions .
2. Pharmaceuticals:
   • Topical Formulations: Used in creams and gels as a solvent and penetration enhancer .
   • Biotechnology: Supports cell growth in culture media .
3. Industrial Uses:
   • Coating & Adhesives: Improves film-forming properties and viscosity control .
   • Plastics: Acts as a plasticizer in polyvinyl chloride (PVC) production . 

4. Safety:

   Non-irritating and non-allergenic, widely approved for cosmetic and pharmaceutical use .
   
   
   Both compounds are critical ingredients in modern industrial and consumer products, valued for their versatility, stability, and compatibility with diverse formulations.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

no data available

Handling and Storage

Precautions for safe handling

Handling in a well ventilated place. Wear suitable protective clothing. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Use non-sparking tools. Prevent fire caused by electrostatic discharge steam.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Store the container tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Store apart from foodstuff containers or incompatible materials.

See More Isooctyl stearate Safety Data Sheet 

East Chemsources Limited was established in 2008, is a professional company engaged in the development of chemical products. In the past of 15 years， through continuous technological innovation and the use of talent introduction advantages, we have achieved rapid development, and has become an international diversified modern chemical enterprise. At present, our products have been exported to more than 80 countries,including food additives,  pharmaceutical raw materials, chemical products and personal care

Since the establishment of the company, always adhere to the credibility first, quality first enterprise creed.
Our company is committed to creating a customer-centric, customer-demand-oriented, customer value creation and achievement of customer dreams for the purpose of the service concept, with a broad vision and broad mind, committed to creating good benefits and market operation, to build corporate brand.

Contact Us    Email:  export@eastchem-cn.com  Name:Arabella