Physicochemical Properties
| Product Name | 1,2-Hexanediol |
| Cas No. | 6920-22-5 |
| EINECS No. | 230-029-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H14O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 118.17 |
Main application fields
1. Cosmetics and personal care products (core applications)
Multifunctional additive: combines moisturizing, antibacterial, solvent, and skin-conditioning properties
Mild preservative: Possesses broad-spectrum antibacterial activity, can disrupt microbial cell membranes, and inhibit the growth of bacteria and fungi.
Additive-free system: As a key component of the 'no traditional preservatives' formula, suitable for products for sensitive skin
Synergistic enhancement: When combined with polyols and organic acid preservatives, it significantly improves preservative efficacy.
Wide application: used in face creams, lotions, serums, sunscreens, shampoos, body washes, etc.
Safe and gentle: low skin irritation, approved for use worldwide
2. Medical and Pharmaceutical Field
Pharmaceutical synthesis intermediates and excipients
Solvents and stabilizers for injections and topical preparations
3. Industrial Applications
Organic synthesis intermediate
Special resins, polymer plasticizers, and modifiers
Industrial cleaning agents and lubricant formulation components