Name | 3-Methylbutane-1,3-diol |
Synonyms | 1,3-Isopentyldiol Methyl-1,3-butanediol 3-METHYL-1,3-BUTANEDIOL 3-Methylbutane-1,3-diol 2-Methyl-2,4-butanediol 1,3-butanediol, 3-methyl- isopentyldiol,isopreneglycol |
CAS | 2568-33-4 |
InChI | InChI=1/C5H12O2/c1-5(2,7)3-4-6/h6-7H,3-4H2,1-2H3 |
Molecular Formula | C5H12O2 |
Molar Mass | 104.148 |
Density | 0.981g/cm3 |
Melting Point | 50.86°C (estimate) |
Boling Point | 201°C at 760 mmHg |
Flash Point | 91.3°C |
Vapor Presure | 0.078mmHg at 25°C |
pKa | 14.90±0.29(Predicted) |
Storage Condition | Sealed in dry,Room Temperature |
Refractive Index | 1.445 |
Physical and Chemical Properties | Chemical properties isopentyl glycol is a water-soluble raw material and solvent, which can soften the skin, improve dryness, refresh and non-stick, and can be used in combination with sorbitol to maintain skin moisture for a long time, improve keratin damaged hair, and restore luster. |
Use | As a multifunctional cosmetic additive, it is also a deodorant ingredient with remarkable effect. It can enhance the antibacterial properties of alcohols and diols, and enhance the traditional anti-corrosion system. At the same time, it also has moisturizing and mild moisturizing effects, which can improve the skin feeling of cosmetic formula. |
Safety Description | S23 - Do not breathe vapour. S24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes. |
WGK Germany | 3 |
HS Code | 29053995 |
Specific gravity | 0.966 |
BRN | 1209241 |
EPA chemical information | 1,3-Butanediol, 3-methyl- (2568-33-4) |
isopentyl glycol, English name is ISOPENTYLDIOL, alias: 3-methyl -1,3 butanediol. The main function of isopentyl glycol in cosmetics and skin care products is antibacterial agent, humectant and solvent. The risk coefficient is 1, which is relatively safe and can be used safely. It generally has no effect on pregnant women, and isopentyl glycol has no acne-causing property.