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1,5-Hexanediol

Also known as: hexane-1,5-diol, 1,5-dihydroxyhexane, 1-methyl-1,5-pentanediol, hexane-2,6-diol, rac-1,5-hexanediol, rac-hexane-1,5-diol

1,5-Hexanediol (CAS 928-40-5) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H14O2 and a molecular weight of 118.17400 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 26.38°C (estimate), a boiling point of 89-91ºC0.5 mm Hg(lit.), a density of 0.981 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.) and a flash point of >110.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 3, 2026.

CAS No.
928-40-5
Jingsj CID
J-36100-2
Molecular Formula
C6H14O2
Molecular Weight
118.17400 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
11/3/2026
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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point26.38°C (estimate)
Boiling Point89-91ºC0.5 mm Hg(lit.)
Density0.981 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.)
Flash Point>110.0 °C
Exact Mass118.09900
PSA40.46000
LogP0.52980
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.451(lit.)

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2905399090
Summary2905399090 other diols。supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward)。VAT:17.0%。tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。general tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 1,5-Hexanediol?

The CAS number of 1,5-Hexanediol is 928-40-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1,5-Hexanediol?

1,5-Hexanediol has molecular formula C6H14O2 and molecular weight 118.17400 g/mol.

Is 1,5-Hexanediol hazardous?

1,5-Hexanediol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 1,5-Hexanediol?

For 1,5-Hexanediol, Upstream Products: delta-Hexalactone, 2,5-Bis(hydroxymethyl)tetrahydrofuran, Ethyl 5-oxohexanoate; Downstream Products: 2-Methyltetrahydropyran, 6-Bromo-1-hexanol, delta-Hexalactone.

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