Hexylene glycol
CAS: 107-41-5
Category: Alkane-diol
| Purity | Cosmetic Grade ≥99%, Pharmaceutical Grade ≥99.5%, Industrial Grade ≥98%, Technical Grade ≥95%. |
| Molecular Formula | C6H14O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 118.17 |
| Appearance | colorless to pale yellow clear liquid |
| Packaging | 25kg/drum (plastic or coated steel), 200kg/drum. |
| Testing Indicators | Appearance — Visual inspection; Identification — IR, Refractive index; Purity — GC; Heavy metals — ICP-MS; Residual solvents — HS-GC; Microbial limits — Pour plate; Diol isomers — GC; Water content — Karl Fischer titration; Acid value — Titration. |
| Storage Notes | Stored in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place away from heat and sources of ignition. |
| Lead Time | days |
Used as a solvent, viscosity controller, and coupling agent in the formulation of industrial chemicals, coatings, and some cosmetic/pharmaceutical products.