240117
1,6-Hexanediol
99%
Synonym(s):
Hexamethylene glycol
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Linear Formula:
HO(CH2)6OH
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
118.17
UNSPSC Code:
12162002
NACRES:
NA.23
PubChem Substance ID:
EC Number:
211-074-0
Beilstein/REAXYS Number:
1633461
MDL number:
Product Name
1,6-Hexanediol, 99%
InChI key
XXMIOPMDWAUFGU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
1S/C6H14O2/c7-5-3-1-2-4-6-8/h7-8H,1-6H2
SMILES string
OCCCCCCO
vapor pressure
0.53 mmHg ( 20 °C)
assay
99%
autoignition temp.
608 °F
expl. lim.
16 %
bp
250 °C (lit.)
mp
38-42 °C (lit.)
Quality Level
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Application
1,6-Hexanediol can be used for a variety of applications such as:
- a structure-directing agent for the synthesis of ZSM-5 zeolite
- a solvent for titanium tetra-isopropoxide to form titanium oxide (TiO2) nanocrystals
- a phase change material in combination with lauric acid for thermal energy storage applications
General description
1,6-hexanediol is a versatile chemical compound commonly used in the polymer industry. It is used as a building block or monomer for the synthesis of various polymers and polymer-based materials. For instance, it can be used in the production of polyesters, polyurethanes, and polyamides, among others. These polymers find applications in a wide range of industries, including automotive, textiles, coatings, adhesives, and sealants.
Storage Class
11 - Combustible Solids
wgk
WGK 1
flash_point_f
215.6 °F - closed cup
flash_point_c
102 °C - closed cup
ppe
Eyeshields, Gloves, type N95 (US)
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