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๐Ÿงช Propylene Glycol

1,2-Propanediol | INCI: Propylene Glycol | CAS: 57-55-6

INCI Information

INCI Name
Propylene Glycol
Common Name
1,2-Propanediol
CAS Number
57-55-6
Category
Humectant / Solvent
Molecular Formula
Cโ‚ƒHโ‚ˆOโ‚‚
Molecular Weight
76.10 g/mol
Appearance
Clear, colorless, viscous liquid
Solubility
Miscible with water and alcohols
Typical Concentration
1% โ€“ 20%
pH Range
Neutral (6.0โ€“7.5)
Functions:
HumectantSolventCarrier
Available Purity Grades:
  • 99.0% (Industrial)
  • 99.5% (USP/EP)
  • 99.8% (Pharma)

๐Ÿ’ฐ Indicative Price Range (Bulk)

Typical B2B pricing across verified suppliers
$2 โ€“ $4 $/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
Shandong Baisheng Biotechnology 99.5% 1kg $2 โ€“ $3.5 โญ 4.7 Verified Gold 5yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Jiangsu Gaduo Biotechnology 99.0% 25kg $1.5 โ€“ $3 โญ 4.8 Verified Gold 7yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Hangzhou Hyper Chemicals 99.5% 200kg $1.5 โ€“ $2.8 โญ 4.6 Verified 4yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Guangzhou Tianci Materials 99.0% 1kg $2.5 โ€“ $4 โญ 4.5 Verified 3yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Zhejiang Jiaerke Pharmaceutical 99.5% 25kg $1.8 โ€“ $3.2 โญ 4.7 Verified Gold 6yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Sichuan Dekang Chemical 99.0% 1kg $2 โ€“ $3.8 โญ 4.4 Verified 3yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Hubei Yuancheng Saichuang 99.5% 25kg $1.5 โ€“ $3 โญ 4.6 Verified Gold 5yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Ningxia Unisplendour Baofeng 99.8% 200kg $1.3 โ€“ $2.5 โญ 4.8 Verified Gold 10yr View on Alibaba โ†’
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๐Ÿ“– About Propylene Glycol

Propylene Glycol is the most cost-effective humectant and solvent in cosmetics. It's been safely used for decades and is compatible with virtually all ingredients, though some 'clean beauty' brands avoid it.

๐Ÿ›’ Purchasing Guide & Tips

โ“ Frequently Asked Questions

โ“ Is Propylene Glycol safe?

Yes, it's approved by FDA, EU, and WHO. It's been used safely in cosmetics for over 50 years.

โ“ Why do some brands avoid it?

Mostly marketing โ€” 'clean beauty' trends favor Propanediol or Glycerin as 'natural' alternatives.

โ“ Can it cause irritation?

At high concentrations (>10%), it can be mildly irritating to very sensitive skin. Use 1-5% for most applications.

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