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1,6-Hexanediol

1,6-Hexanediol

CAS Number: 629-11-8

Molecular Formula: C6H14O2

About 1,6-Hexanediol

Hexamethylene glycol (CAS 629-11-8) serves as a critical high purity fine chemicals building block in the United States, specifically engineered for the synthesis of high-performance polyurethanes and UV-curable coatings where it imparts superior flexibility and hydrolysis resistance at a standard industry specific pur...

1,6-Hexanediol Specifications

CAS Number
629-11-8
Molecular Formula
C6H14O2
Molecular Weight
118.17 g/mol
IUPAC Name
hexane-1,6-diol
Canonical SMILES
C(CCCO)CCO
InChI Key
XXMIOPMDWAUFGU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Molecular Weight
118.17 g/mol
Physical appearance
Colorless or white to pale yellow crystalline powder, fused solid, flakes, prills, pellets, chunks, or liquid as melt

Polyurethane and Polyester Precursor

A primary building block used as a comonomer or chain extender in the production of polyurethanes and polyester resins to enhance mechanical properties, flexibility, and hydrolytic resistance

Coating and Adhesive Intermediate

A versatile diol utilized in the synthesis of high-performance industrial coatings, UV-curing materials, and adhesives to improve durability, chemical resistance, and adhesion

Cosmetic Humectant

A functional ingredient employed in skincare and hair care formulations as a moisturizing agent and preservative booster

Laboratory Reagent for Biomolecular Research

A critical tool used in cellular biology to dissolve and characterize liquid-liquid phase-separated condensates

Organic Synthesis Building Block

A bifunctional primary alcohol used for the synthesis of specialty chemicals, including acrylic monomers, plasticizers, and surfactants.

1,6-Hexanediol FAQs

Minimum Order Quantity

25 kg (evaluation) · 1 MT (commercial)

Lead Time

3 – 5 weeks estimated

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20 L pails, 200 L HDPE drums, 1000 L IBC

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