• 1,2-Hexanediol CAS 6920-22-5
  • 1,2-Hexanediol CAS 6920-22-5

1,2-Hexanediol CAS 6920-22-5

1,2-Hexanediol CAS 6920-22-5 is a multifunctional diol used in cosmetic, personal care, and fine chemical formulations. It is commonly selected as a humectant, solvent, emollient-support ingredient, and preservative booster in skin care, hair care, cleansing products, and specialty formulation systems.

  • CAS: 6920-22-5
  • Synonyms: 1,2-Hexanediol; Hexane-1,2-diol; 1,2-Dihydroxyhexane; 1,2-Hexylene Glycol; DL-1,2-Hexanediol
  • Einecs: 230-029-6
  • Molecular Formula: C6H14O2
  • Grade: Cosmetic Grade / Personal Care Grade / Fine Chemical Grade / Formulation Grade
  • Package: Standard export drums, pails, IBC drums, or customized packaging according to grade, quantity, and supply specification
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Product Description

Main Applications

1,2-Hexanediol CAS 6920-22-5 is a multifunctional diol used in cosmetic, personal care, and fine chemical formulations. It is valued by formulators for its role as a humectant, solvent, emollient-support ingredient, and preservative booster in water-based and emulsion systems.

In B2B sourcing, 1,2-Hexanediol is commonly considered for skin care products, hair care products, cleansing formulations, lotions, creams, serums, masks, and specialty personal care systems. It may also be used in fine chemical and industrial formulations where a low-odor diol solvent or formulation aid is required.

Application AreaBuyer-Relevant Use Direction
Skin Care FormulationsUsed in creams, lotions, serums, gels, and masks to support moisture retention, texture, and formula stability.
Personal Care and Cleansing ProductsSuitable for selected cleansing, bath, and rinse-off products where a multifunctional solvent and humectant is required.
Preservative-Boosting SystemsOften used as a preservative-support ingredient to improve the performance of cosmetic preservation systems.
Solvent and Co-Solvent ApplicationsHelps dissolve or disperse selected ingredients in cosmetic and specialty formulation systems.
Fine Chemical FormulationsMay be evaluated as a diol solvent or formulation aid in selected fine chemical and industrial applications.

Product Specifications

1,2-Hexanediol is generally supplied as a clear to slightly yellow liquid, depending on grade and supplier specification. For cosmetic and personal care use, buyers usually review appearance, assay, water content, color, odor, acidity or pH-related indicators, heavy metals, microbial limits where applicable, and compatibility with the target formulation.

Exact specification values should be confirmed with the current TDS, COA, or agreed supply standard. If your formulation requires a specific purity, odor profile, color limit, water content, or cosmetic-grade documentation, please provide the target requirements during inquiry.

Product Name1,2-Hexanediol
CAS Number6920-22-5
EINECS230-029-6
Molecular FormulaC6H14O2
SynonymsHexane-1,2-diol; 1,2-Dihydroxyhexane; 1,2-Hexylene Glycol; DL-1,2-Hexanediol
AppearanceClear to slightly yellow liquid, depending on grade
Product TypeMultifunctional diol; cosmetic raw material; solvent; humectant; preservative booster
Typical GradeCosmetic grade / personal care grade / fine chemical grade / formulation grade
Key Specification PointsAssay, appearance, water content, color, odor, acidity or pH-related indicators, purity, and formulation compatibility
Specification DocumentsCOA, TDS, and SDS can be provided according to inquiry and confirmed supply grade.

Packaging and Supply

1,2-Hexanediol CAS 6920-22-5 can be supplied in sealed industrial packaging suitable for cosmetic raw materials, personal care ingredients, and fine chemical use. Packaging may include pails, drums, IBC drums, or other suitable export packaging according to grade, quantity, and shipment requirements.

For quotation and supply confirmation, buyers are encouraged to provide the intended application, required grade, target specification, order quantity, packaging preference, destination country or port, and document requirements. This helps confirm whether the available grade is suitable for skin care, cleansing products, preservative-boosting systems, or other formulation applications.

Storage and Handling

Store 1,2-Hexanediol in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Keep containers tightly closed when not in use. Protect the product from contamination, direct sunlight, excessive heat, and incompatible substances.

Use suitable protective equipment during handling and avoid direct contact with eyes and skin. For cosmetic formulation use, buyers should review the latest SDS and technical data before testing, storage, transportation, or production-scale use.

FAQ

1. What is 1,2-Hexanediol used for?

1,2-Hexanediol is used as a multifunctional cosmetic raw material, humectant, solvent, emollient-support ingredient, and preservative booster in personal care and specialty formulations.

2. Is 1,2-Hexanediol suitable for cosmetic formulations?

Yes. 1,2-Hexanediol is widely used in skin care, hair care, cleansing, lotion, cream, serum, and mask formulations. Buyers should confirm grade, purity, odor profile, and formulation compatibility before use.

3. Which product categories are suitable for 1,2-Hexanediol?

Suitable categories include Cosmetic Raw Materials, Daily Chemicals, Raw Materials for Household Chemicals, Preservatives, Fine Chemical, and Industrial & Specialty Chemicals.

4. What specifications should buyers confirm before ordering?

Buyers should confirm assay, appearance, water content, color, odor, purity, pH-related indicators, packaging requirement, document needs, and compatibility with the target formulation.

5. Can 1,2-Hexanediol be supplied for bulk cosmetic raw material orders?

Yes. 1,2-Hexanediol can be supplied for industrial inquiry and bulk sourcing. Buyers should provide grade requirements, quantity, packaging preference, specification needs, and destination details for quotation.

FAQ - Technical & Supply Chain

Documents

Documents and Product Support

For product review and sourcing evaluation, supporting documents can be coordinated according to the product type, inquiry stage, and order requirements.

  • COA for batch-based quality reference
  • TDS for key physical and chemical information
  • SDS / MSDS for handling, storage, and safety reference
  • Packing information for sample, trial, and bulk orders
  • Technical communication based on application and specification requirements
Quotation

Information to Confirm Before Quotation

Clear sourcing information helps reduce specification mismatch and allows a more accurate quotation before sample or bulk order discussion.

  • Product name and CAS number
  • Application or intended end use
  • Required purity, grade, or specification
  • Sample quantity, trial order, or bulk demand
  • Preferred packing form or net weight
  • Destination country or port
  • Required documents or compliance expectations
Storage & Handling

Packaging, Storage, and Handling Notes

Packaging form, storage conditions, shelf life, and shipment arrangements should be confirmed according to the product characteristics, package size, and destination requirements.

Before order confirmation, buyers are advised to review the corresponding product documents and confirm whether any special storage, labeling, or handling requirements apply.

Supply Support

Sample, Bulk Order and Repeat Supply Support

Support can be arranged for sample discussion, bulk supply planning, packaging confirmation, and routine sourcing communication based on the actual product and order requirements.

For repeat-use formulations or long-term procurement plans, buyers may discuss specification consistency, packaging preferences, delivery expectations, and document coordination in advance.

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