Name | hexane-3,4-diol |
Synonyms | 3,4-Hexanediol hexane-3,4-diol Einecs 213-073-0 |
CAS | 922-17-8 |
EINECS | 213-073-0 |
Molecular Formula | C6H14O2 |
Molar Mass | 118.17 |
Density | 0.9843 (rough estimate) |
Melting Point | 90.1-90.2℃ |
Boling Point | 233-234℃ |
Refractive Index | 1.4429 (589.3 nm 20℃ |
Downstream Products | PROPIOIN |
hexane-3,4-diol(hexane-3,4-diol) is a description of its nature, use, preparation and safety information:
Nature:
-Appearance: 3,4-hexanediol is a colorless to slightly yellow liquid.
-Solubility: It can be soluble in water and many organic solvents.
Use:
-In the dye industry, it is one of the important raw materials for synthesizing bisphenol A type and other dyes.
Preparation Method:
-The preparation of hexane-3,4-diol can be achieved by the oxidation reaction of 1,2-hexanediol. Commonly used oxidizing agents include sodium hydroxide, sodium hypochlorite, sodium periodate, and the like.
-The reaction is usually carried out under appropriate temperature and reaction time conditions, and the product can be obtained in pure form by distillation or other separation techniques.
Safety Information:
- hexane-3,4-diol is considered safe under normal conditions of use, with low toxicity and low irritation.
-However, as with any chemical, exposure to hexane-3,4-diol should follow routine laboratory safety practices and avoid direct contact with the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract to prevent unnecessary hazards.
-Maintain good ventilation during use and storage to avoid reactions with incompatible substances such as oxidants.