Hexylene Glycol
HEXYLENE GLYCOL
CAS: 5683-44-3
Molecular Formula: C6H14O2
Hexylene Glycol - Names and Identifiers
| Name | HEXYLENE GLYCOL |
| Synonyms | MPD MVD FP17780 NSC 66498 HEXYLENE GLYCOL Einecs 227-150-1 2-METHYLPENTANE-2,4-DIOL 3-methyl-pentane-2,4-diol 2,4-DIHYDROXY-2-METHYLPENTANE |
| CAS | 5683-44-3 |
| EINECS | 227-150-1 |
Hexylene Glycol - Physico-chemical Properties
| Molecular Formula | C6H14O2 |
| Molar Mass | 118.17 |
| Density | 0.925g/mLat 25°C(lit.) |
| Melting Point | −40°C(lit.) |
| Boling Point | 197°C(lit.) |
| Flash Point | 201°F |
| Solubility | H2O: 1M at20°C, clear, colorless |
| Vapor Presure | 0.02 mm Hg ( 20 °C) |
| Vapor Density | 4.1 (vs air) |
| pKa | 14.72±0.20(Predicted) |
| Storage Condition | 2-8°C |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.427(lit.) |
Hexylene Glycol - Risk and Safety
| Hazard Symbols | Xi - Irritant |
| Risk Codes | 36/38 - Irritating to eyes and skin. |
| Safety Description | S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S36 - Wear suitable protective clothing. |
| WGK Germany | 1 |
| RTECS | SA0810000 |
| FLUKA BRAND F CODES | 3-23 |
