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๐Ÿงช 1,2-Hexanediol

1,2-Hexanediol | INCI: 1,2-Hexanediol | CAS: 6920-22-5

INCI Information

INCI Name
1,2-Hexanediol
Common Name
1,2-Hexanediol
CAS Number
6920-22-5
Category
Preservative / Humectant
Molecular Formula
Cโ‚†Hโ‚โ‚„Oโ‚‚
Molecular Weight
118.18 g/mol
Appearance
Clear, colorless liquid
Solubility
Miscible with water and alcohols
Typical Concentration
0.1% โ€“ 2%
pH Range
5.0โ€“7.0
Functions:
PreservativeHumectantSolvent
Available Purity Grades:
  • 95%
  • 98% (Cosmetic)
  • 99% (High purity)

๐Ÿ’ฐ Indicative Price Range (Bulk)

Typical B2B pricing across verified suppliers
$10 โ€“ $35 $/kg
Prices vary by purity, MOQ, and order volume. Always request formal quotes.

๐Ÿญ Verified Supplier Comparison

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Supplier Purity MOQ Price Range Rating Status Years Action
Shanghai Longyu Biotechnology 98% 1kg $12 โ€“ $25 โญ 4.7 Verified Gold 6yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Hangzhou Lingeba Technology 95% 25kg $10 โ€“ $20 โญ 4.6 Verified 4yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Guangzhou Baochang Industrial 98% 1kg $14 โ€“ $28 โญ 4.8 Verified Gold 5yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Jiangsu Reactor Biological 99% 25kg $18 โ€“ $32 โญ 4.7 Verified 3yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Sichuan EM Technology 95% 200kg $10 โ€“ $18 โญ 4.5 Verified Gold 7yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Shandong Look Chemical 98% 1kg $12 โ€“ $26 โญ 4.6 Verified 5yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Hubei Jiurun Pharmaceutical 95% 25kg $11 โ€“ $22 โญ 4.7 Verified Gold 4yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Fujian Yuanxiang New Material 98% 1kg $15 โ€“ $35 โญ 4.5 Verified 3yr View on Alibaba โ†’
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๐Ÿ“– About 1,2-Hexanediol

1,2-Hexanediol is a multifunctional ingredient gaining popularity in 'clean beauty' formulations. It provides preservative, humectant, and solvent properties while being derived from natural sources.

๐Ÿ›’ Purchasing Guide & Tips

โ“ Frequently Asked Questions

โ“ Is 1,2-Hexanediol safe?

Yes, it's approved by FDA and EU. It has low irritation potential and is well-tolerated by sensitive skin.

โ“ Can it replace a full preservative system?

At 1-2%, it provides mild preservation. For high-risk formulations, pair with a traditional preservative.

โ“ Why is it more expensive?

Production involves multi-step synthesis and it's still a relatively new ingredient in cosmetics.

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