1,2-Hexanediol
1,2-Hexanediol (CAS 6920-22-5) is a versatile cosmetic polyol with moisturizing, solubilizing and antibacterial boosting functions. It enhances preservative efficacy, reduces formula irritation, improves skin feel and prevents microbial growth. High purity 99.5%, colorless liquid, safe for sensitive skin. In stock, COA & MSDS available.
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1,2-Hexanediol Liquid | Mild Moisturizing & Antibacterial Preservative Enhancer for Skincare
Product Overview
1,2-Hexanediol is a high-performance, multi-functional cosmetic polyol with CAS number 6920-22-5, appearing as colorless transparent oily liquid. As a classic mild preservative booster and humectant, it is widely used in clean-beauty and zero-paraben cosmetic formulas.
Different from traditional preservatives, 1,2-Hexanediol features low irritation, excellent water solubility and stable compatibility. It effectively inhibits bacterial reproduction, strengthens the antibacterial ability of composite preservative systems, and extends product shelf life. Meanwhile, it provides mild moisturizing effects, improves formula texture, reduces stickiness, and delivers fresh and smooth skin feel. It is a core universal ingredient for mild, safe and high-end skincare formulations.
Key Features & Benefits
- Powerful preservative booster, greatly enhance antibacterial performance of formula systems
- Excellent moisturizing & hydrating effect, relieve skin dryness
- Optimizes skin feel, reduces greasiness and stickiness of glycerin formulas
- Ultra-mild & low irritation, safe for sensitive skin, infant and maternal care products
- Good solubilizing capacity, helps dissolve poorly soluble cosmetic actives
- High thermal stability, no discoloration or deterioration under normal storage
- Perfect for paraben-free, alcohol-free clean beauty formulas
- Wide compatibility with most cosmetic ingredients
Applications
- Facial toner, essence, serum and moisturizing cream
- Mild cleansing products, facial wash and body wash
- Sensitive skin care and baby skincare series
- Sunscreen, after-sun repair products
- Water-based cosmetic formulas and emulsion systems
- Preservative-free & clean beauty functional cosmetics
Technical Specifications
- INCI Name: 1,2-Hexanediol
- CAS Number: 6920-22-5
- Appearance: Colorless Transparent Liquid
- Grade: Cosmetic Premium Grade
- Purity: ≥99.5%
- Molecular Formula: C6H14O2
- Recommended Dosage: 1% – 5%
- Solubility: Water & Alcohol Soluble
Our Advantage
We supply high-purity 1,2-Hexanediol with zero odor, stable color and consistent batch quality. Our product features high-efficiency antibacterial enhancement, excellent moisturizing performance and ultra-low irritation, fully meeting clean beauty formula standards. Complete documents including COA, MSDS and TDS are available. Sufficient stock, fast global delivery, free sample testing and customized packaging are supported. Welcome global cosmetic manufacturers and formulators for bulk wholesale and long-term cooperation.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Product Name | 1,2-Hexanediol |
| CAS Number | 6920-22-5 |
| Category | Nutrition Supplements |
| Grade | Food / Flavor Grade |
| Packaging | 1 kg / 5 kg / 25 kg drum |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Documentation | COA, TDS, MSDS supplied with each shipment |
| Origin | China |
Why Choose Taima Bio
Taima Bio supplies specialty ingredients with defined chemical specifications, full documentation (COA, TDS, MSDS), and reliable international supply. Our products serve food, beverage, confectionery, and flavor formulation customers worldwide, with flexible quantities from laboratory evaluation to commercial-scale packaging.