Description

1,2-Decanediol is a high-purity, long-chain diol with the CAS registry number 1119-86-4, valued for its dual hydroxyl functionality and favorable solubility profile. This compound serves as a versatile building block and performance additive, offering a unique balance of hydrophilicity and lipophilicity. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, and specialty chemical industries for formulating advanced skincare products and functional materials.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Ingredient: Used as a humectant, emollient, and viscosity modifier in creams, lotions, and serums.
• Antimicrobial Agent: Functions as a broad-spectrum preservative booster and mild antimicrobial in rinse-off and leave-on formulations.
• Polymer & Resin Intermediate: Acts as a monomer or chain extender in the synthesis of polyesters, polyurethanes, and alkyd resins.
• Pharmaceutical Excipient: Employed as a solvent, co-solvent, or penetration enhancer in topical drug delivery systems.
• Lubricant & Functional Fluid Additive: Imparts lubricity and corrosion inhibition in synthetic lubricants and metalworking fluids.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a protected diol or chiral building block in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Decanediol
CAS No.	1119-86-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₂₂O₂
Molecular Weight	174.28 g/mol
Synonyms	Decane-1,2-diol; 1,2-Dihydroxydecane; 1,2-Decandiol; NSC 403697; Diol C10; 1,2-Decamethylene Glycol; 1,2-Decanediol (mixture of isomers)
EINECS	214-285-8

Quality Control

Our 1,2-Decanediol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for identity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	55 - 65 °C
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.