1,2-Hexanediol
Also known as: Hexane-1,2-diol, DL-1,2-Hexanediol, DL-Hexan-1,2-diol, dl-hexane-1,2-diol, 1,2-Dihydroxyhexane, 1,2-Hexylene glycol, 2-Hexanediol, n-hexane-1,2-diol
1,2-Hexanediol (CAS 6920-22-5) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H14O2 and a molecular weight of 118.174 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 45ºC, a boiling point of 223.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 95.8±13.0 °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 Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 6920-22-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-38440-7
- Molecular Formula
- C6H14O2
- Molecular Weight
- 118.174 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 45ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 223.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 95.8±13.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 118.099380 |
| PSA | 40.46000 |
| LogP | 0.25 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.447 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2905399090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2905399090 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 1,2-Hexanediol?
The CAS number of 1,2-Hexanediol is 6920-22-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1,2-Hexanediol?
1,2-Hexanediol has molecular formula C6H14O2 and molecular weight 118.174 g/mol.
Is 1,2-Hexanediol hazardous?
1,2-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 1,2-Hexanediol?
For 1,2-Hexanediol, Upstream Products: 1-hexene, 2,5-Bis(hydroxymethyl)tetrahydrofuran, 1,2-Epoxyhexane; Downstream Products: 2-Methyltetrahydropyran, 2-Butylbenzofuran, 2-Hexanol.
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