Hexylene Glycol (HGL)
As a leading Hexylene Glycol (HGL) producer and supplier, we provide a high-purity chemical essential for a wide range of industrial and commercial applications. Our Hexylene Glycol offers exceptional miscibility with common organic solvents, fatty acids, and water, making it an incredibly versatile solution for your formulation needs.
Physical Properties
Boiling point at 760 mmHg | (ºC) | 197.7 |
Freezing point | (ºC) | -50.0 |
Liquid density | (g/cm³) | 0.923 |
Vapor density | (air = 1) | 4.1 |
Vapor pressure 20ºC | (hPa) | 0.067 |
Solubility at 20ºC - In water | (%w/w) | Complete |
Solubility at 20ºC - Water in | (%w/w) | Complete |
Evaporation rate | (n-butyl acetate = 100) | <1 |
MIR¹ (Maximum Incremental Reactivity) | gO3 /g VOC | 1.04 |
Flash point - Open Cup (TAG) | (ºC) | 93 |
Explosivity limits in the air - Lower | (%, v/v) | 1.3 |
Explosivity limits in the air - Upper | (%, v/v) | 9.0 |
| 1- Potencial ozone formation catalyzed by sunlight | ||
| CAS number | Synonyms |
|---|---|
107-41-5 | HGL; Diolane; Isol; Pinakon; 1,1,3-Trimethyl-Triethylenediol; Diacetone Glycol; Methylamilene Glycol; 2,4-Dihydroxy-2- Methyl-Penthane; 2-Methyl-Penthane-2,4-Diol. |
Markets
| Segments | Applications | End uses |
|---|---|---|
| Water Treatment | Chemicals | Water Treatment - Others |
| Water Treatment | Chemicals | Water Treatment - Others |
| Segments | Applications | End uses |
|---|---|---|
| Livestock & Animals | Animal Healthcare | Veterinary Medicine |
| Crop Protection | Solvent | |
| Crop Protection | Solvent | Solvent |
| Crop Protection | Tank Mix Adjuvants | Others |
| Crop Protection | Solvent | Others |
| Crop Protection | Solvent | Flame Retardant - Fire Protection |
| Crop Protection | Solvent | Coating - Industrial Coating |
| Crop Protection | Solvent | Coating - Architectural Coating |
| Segments | Applications | End uses |
|---|---|---|
| Home & Hygiene | Surface Care | |
| Beauty Care | Skin Care | |
| Beauty Care | Skin Care | Skin Care |
| Beauty Care | Hair Care | Shampoos |
| Beauty Care | Fragrances | |
| Home & Hygiene | Air & Water Care | Fragrance - Air Diffuser |
| Home & Hygiene | Fabric Care |
| Segments | Applications | End uses |
|---|---|---|
| Industrial & Protective Coatings | Solvent | |
| Industrial & Protective Coatings | Solvent | Solvent |
| Industrial & Protective Coatings | Solvent | Others |
| Industrial Equipment | Industrial Equipment Parts | Others |
| Surface Treatment | Metal Treatment | |
| Surface Treatment | Metal Treatment | Metal Treatment |
| Industrial & Protective Coatings | Solvent | Flame Retardant - Fire Protection |
| Surface Treatment | Metal Treatment | Coating - Metal Treatment |
| Industrial & Protective Coatings | Solvent | Coating - Industrial Coating |
| Industrial & Protective Coatings | Solvent | Coating - Architectural Coating |
| Segments | Applications | End uses |
|---|---|---|
| Architectural & Protective Coatings | Solvent | |
| Architectural & Protective Coatings | Solvent | Solvent |
| Construction Materials | Plastics | Printing Inks - Plastics - Non-Food Packaging |
| Architectural & Protective Coatings | Solvent | Others |
| Architectural & Protective Coatings | Solvent | Flame Retardant - Fire Protection |
| Architectural & Protective Coatings | Solvent | Coating - Industrial Coating |
| Architectural & Protective Coatings | Solvent | Coating - Architectural Coating |
| Segments | Applications | End uses |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmaceutical Industry | Chemicals For Api | Solubilization - Pharma |
| Segments | Applications | End uses |
|---|---|---|
| Food Packaging & Processing | Plastics | Printing Inks - Plastics - Non-Food Packaging |
| Segments | Applications | End uses |
|---|---|---|
| Household Goods | Consumer Packaging | Printing Inks - Plastics - Non-Food Packaging |
| Household Goods | Cooking Appliances | Others |
| Textiles & Sport Equipment | Textiles & Fibers | Others |
| Segments | Applications | End uses |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical Function | Solubilization | Others |
| Monomers | Monomer Intermediates | Others |
| Segments | Applications | End uses |
|---|---|---|
| Electronic Components | Other Components | Others |
Chemical categories
| Chemical category | Chemical family | Chemical product |
|---|---|---|
| Solvents | Oxygenated Solvents | Hexylene Glycol |
Format
| Packaging | Physical form |
|---|---|
IBC Drum Bulk | Liquid |
Region of availability
- Not available in Africa & Middle East
- Asia Pacific
- Europe
- Latin America
- North America