C6H14O2
118.17 g/mol
Industrial ChemicalWarning
1,2-Hexanediol
CAS6920-22-5EC230-029-6
Category
Industrial Chemical
Compound Class
Alcohol
Primary Use
Cosmetic and personal care ingredient
1,2-Hexanediol is a diol compound commonly used as a multifunctional ingredient in cosmetics and personal care products. It serves as a humectant and preservative booster in formulations for skincare and haircare.
Cosmetic and personal care ingredientHumectant and preservative booster in formulationsIngredient in pharmaceuticals, inks, toners, and fragrances
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CAS 6920-22-5
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Safety Reference
Warning
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation
Identifiers
IUPAC Name
hexane-1,2-diol
InChIKey
FHKSXSQHXQEMOK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES
CCCCC(CO)O
Synonyms (10)
- (2R)-1,2-Hexanediol
- 1,2-Dihydroxyhexane
- 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, DL
- 1,2-Hexanediol
- 1,2-Hexylene Glycol
- 5,6-Dihydroxyhexane
- DL-1,2-Hexanediol
- dl-hexane-1,2-diol
- hexane-1,2-diol