Hexylene Glycol is an organic solvent used in paints, coatings, and personal care products for its ability to dissolve a wide range of chemicals.
- Paints and Coatings: Used as a solvent in the formulation of paints, varnishes, and coatings.
- Personal Care Products: Applied in cosmetics and skincare products as a solvent and humectant.
- Chemical Manufacturing: Used as a solvent in industrial applications and as an intermediate in chemical synthesis.
- Pharmaceuticals: Used in pharmaceutical formulations as a solvent for active ingredients.
Physical and Chemical Properties:
| Properties |
Data |
| Appearance |
Colorless liquid |
| Odor |
Mild, sweet odor |
| Molecular Formula |
C6H14O2 |
| Molecular Weight |
118.18 g/mol |
| Boiling Point |
195-196 °C |
| Density |
0.93 g/cm³ |
| Solubility |
Miscible with water and most organic solvents |
| Flash Point |
87 °C |
| Chemical Stability |
Stable under normal conditions, but should be kept away from high heat and open flames |