Description

1,6-Hexanediol is a versatile, high-purity aliphatic diol that serves as a critical building block in advanced polymer synthesis. Its bifunctional structure provides excellent reactivity for chain extension and cross-linking, enabling the production of materials with superior durability and performance. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the polyurethane, coatings, adhesives, and specialty plasticizer industries seeking to enhance product flexibility, chemical resistance, and hydrolytic stability.

Application

• Polyurethane Elastomers & Coatings: A key chain extender and cross-linking agent for producing high-performance PU materials with excellent mechanical properties and weatherability.
• Saturated Polyester Resins: Used in the synthesis of resins for powder coatings, coil coatings, and automotive finishes, contributing to flexibility and adhesion.
• Acrylic Polyols: A monomer component for acrylic polyols used in high-quality industrial and automotive coatings.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Imparts flexibility and toughness to hot-melt, reactive, and pressure-sensitive adhesive formulations.
• Specialty Plasticizers: Employed in the production of polymeric plasticizers for PVC and other polymers, offering low volatility and good compatibility.
• Pharmaceutical & Cosmetic Intermediates: Serves as a precursor in synthesizing certain active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and cosmetic esters.
• UV-Curable Resins & Inks: Acts as a reactive diluent and modifier in radiation-curable systems for printing inks and 3D printing resins.
• Polycarbonate Diols (PCD): A raw material for manufacturing polycarbonate diols, which are used in high-end polyurethane dispersions (PUDs) and elastomers.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,6-Hexanediol
CAS No.	629-11-8
Molecular Formula	C₆H₁₄O₂
Molecular Weight	118.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexamethylene Glycol; 1,6-Dihydroxyhexane; HDO; 1,6-Hexylene Glycol; alpha,ω-Hexanediol; NSC 7575; Hexane-1,6-diol
EINECS	211-074-0

Quality Control

Our 1,6-Hexanediol is manufactured under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) for assay and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for identity, purity, and physical parameters is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline solid or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0 %
Melting Point	40 - 43 °C
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.2 %
Color (APHA)	≤ 20
Acidity (as CH₃COOH)	≤ 0.02 %

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