1,2-Hexanediol CAS 6920-22-5
1,2-Hexanediol (CAS 6920-22-5) is a clear, colorless, nearly odorless glycol that mixes freely with water and alcohols. In one mild liquid it works as a humectant, a solvent and an antimicrobial support that helps preservation, so it suits mild, low preservative cosmetics. UATChem supplies cosmetic grade material for toners, serums, creams, sheet mask liquids and wet wipes, including baby and sensitive skin care. The liquid blends into the water phase and ships in drums and IBC totes; send quantity, packing and destination for COA, TDS and SDS.
- CAS: 6920-22-5
- EC Number: 230-029-6
- Synonyms: Hexane-1,2-diol; 1,2-dihydroxyhexane; 1,2-HDO
- Molecular Formula: C₆H₁₄O₂
- Molecular Weight: 118.17
- Type: Multifunctional cosmetic 1,2-alkanediol
- Appearance: Clear, colorless, nearly odorless liquid
- Solubility: Miscible with water and short chain alcohols
- Functions: Humectant, solvent, preservative booster
- Use: Toner, serum, cream, sheet mask, wipes, baby care
- Processing: Blends into water phase, cold process friendly
- Packaging: Drum / IBC tote, custom packing available
What 1,2-Hexanediol Is
1,2-Hexanediol (C₆H₁₄O₂) is a clear, mild cosmetic liquid rather than a powder. It moisturizes, helps actives and fragrance dissolve and supports preservation against bacteria, yeasts and molds, and it is one of the gentler 1,2-alkanediols for sensitive and low preservative formulas. UATChem supplies cosmetic grade lots, with assay, color, water content and odor on the COA.
Skin Care, Wipes and Preservative Boost Uses
- Skin care. Toners, serums, gels, lotions and creams use it for light hydration, preservative support and to thin heavy textures.
- Masks and wipes. A common mild ingredient in sheet mask liquids and impregnated wet wipes, easy to dose and non sticky.
- Baby, sensitive, hair and body. Gentle cleansers and lotions for infant or sensitive skin, plus conditioners, deodorants, body wash, sun care and makeup.
Typical Specifications
Cosmetic grade assay, color, water content and odor are reported on the COA for each lot; the table below identifies the ingredient.
| Parameter | Typical Value |
|---|---|
| CAS / EC | 6920-22-5 / 230-029-6 |
| Synonyms | Hexane-1,2-diol; 1,2-HDO |
| Molecular Formula | C₆H₁₄O₂ |
| Appearance | Clear, colorless, nearly odorless liquid |
| Solubility | Miscible with water and short chain alcohols |
| Functions | Humectant, solvent, preservative booster; assay per COA |
Packaging, Documents and Ordering
- Sealed plastic or lined steel drums and IBC totes, with trial bottles for small orders; reseal drums and keep dosing lines clean.
- A common mild cosmetic ingredient on major inventories; each lot ships with COA, TDS and SDS, and samples are supported.
- For a quote, UATChem needs quantity, packing (drum or IBC) and destination port.
FAQ
Q: Is 1,2-hexanediol a preservative?
A: It is a preservative booster, not a listed preservative, usually blended with caprylyl glycol or ethylhexylglycerin.
Q: Is 1,2-hexanediol suitable for sensitive skin and wipes?
A: Yes, it is among the milder alkanediols, used in sensitive, baby care, sheet mask and wet wipe formulas with no sticky feel.
Q: How is 1,2-hexanediol added to a formula?
A: The liquid mixes into the water phase, tolerates cosmetic pH and electrolytes, and suits cold processing, no neutralization.
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