Hexanediol CG

Hexanediol CG

Item No. PRV-HEXDIOLCG-01
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Description
Description
Blend of 1,2-hexanediol and 1,2-octanediol (caprylyl glycol). Stable at high and low pH values, and at high temperatures >100°C
Benefits
  • Good moisturizer with anti-microbial properties
  • Improves vividness of color in lipsticks and other color cosmetics
  • Acts as a lubricant that may help reduce tackiness of polymers
  • Compatible with most cosmetic systems including anionic, cationic, non-ionic, amphoteric systems.
  • Has been shown to provide better protection for the skin barrier
  • Excellent safety and toxicological profile (free of epoxides and peroxides)
Use
Typical use level 0.5 - 1.5%. When making emulsions, add directly to the water phase. For O/W emulsions can also be added at post-emulsification stage. For aqueous formulations (gels or serums) use minimum dose of solubilizers as needed. For external use only.
Applications
Hair and skin cosmetics, bath products.
CAS
6920-22-5, 1117-86-8
INCI
1,2-hexanediol, caprylyl glycol
composition
1,2-hexanediol, caprylyl glycol
Purity Grade
No purity grade applicable
Appearance
Clear, colorless liquid, with mild characteristic odor
Solubility
Water-soluble
Storage
Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature
Country of Origin
USA
Raw Material Source
1-hexene and hydrogen peroxide; alkylene oxide and glycerin
Manufacture
1,2-hexanediol is produced by oxidizing the double bond of 1-hexene using hydrogen peroxide as an oxidizing agent. Caprylyl glycol is synthesized via catalytic oxidation of the corresponding alkylene oxide. Ethylhexylglycerin is made from glycerin.
Animal Testing
Not animal tested
GMO
GMO-free
Vegan
Does not contain animal-derived components
HS Code
1302190100