Description

1,6-Hexanediol Divinyl Ether is a high-purity, bifunctional monomer featuring both a diol and divinyl ether structure. This unique chemical architecture makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing specialized polymers and cross-linked networks. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the polymer, coatings, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring tailored reactivity and material properties.

Application

• Cross-linking Agent: Used in the formulation of UV-curable coatings, inks, and adhesives to create durable, high-performance polymer networks.
• Polymer Modification: Serves as a reactive intermediate for introducing ether and hydroxyl functionalities into polyesters, polyurethanes, and other specialty polymers.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a key monomer or chain extender in the production of specialty resins and elastomers with specific flexibility and chemical resistance.
• Photoresist & Electronic Materials: Employed in the development of advanced photoresists and encapsulants for the electronics industry due to its reactive vinyl groups.
• Adhesive Formulations: Enhances the performance and curing characteristics of industrial and structural adhesives.
• Research & Development: A crucial reagent for academic and industrial R&D focused on novel polymer architectures and functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,6-Hexanediol Divinyl Ether
CAS No.	19763-13-4
Molecular Formula	C10H18O3
Molecular Weight	186.25 g/mol
Synonyms	1,6-Bis(vinyloxy)hexane; Hexamethylene Divinyl Ether; Divinyl Hexamethylene Ether; 1,6-Hexylene Divinyl Ether; Vinyl 6-hydroxyhexyl ether (dimer form); HDVE; 1,6-Hexanediol divenyl ether
EINECS	243-300-5

Quality Control

Our 1,6-Hexanediol Divinyl Ether is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality management system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of industrial and research applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizers. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. The product is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for prolonged storage to maintain purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.440 - 1.445
Density (20°C)	0.92 - 0.96 g/mL

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