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1,6-Hexanediol (HDO)

Alcohols, Glycols & Polyols

1,6-Hexanediol (HDO)

Diol for polyurethanes, paints and coatings and adhesives and sealants.

Shipping terms
EXW · FCA · DAP · DDP
Storage
Ambient
Certifications
REACH

Overview

  • Diol
  • CAS 629-11-8
  • Purity ≥ 99.5 % (GC)
  • REACH registered
  • Bags on pallets

1,6-Hexanediol (HDO) is a diol (CAS 629-11-8 · C₆H₁₄O₂). Main applications: polyurethanes, paints and coatings, adhesives and sealants, UV-curing formulations and plasticisers.

Supplied in bags on pallets from European stock (Antwerp, Rotterdam, Hamburg), with delivery across Europe on EXW, FCA, DAP or DDP terms. Registered under EU REACH.

The typical analysis below is taken from the product specification sheet. Specification sheet and safety data sheet available on request.

Specifications

1,6-Hexanediol (HDO)Product sheet

Typical analysis

Appearance White flakes
Purity ≥ 99.5 % (GC)
Acid value ≤ 0.1 mg KOH/g
Moisture ≤ 0.1 %
Colour (APHA) ≤ 15

Specifications

Product type Diol
CAS number 629-11-8
Molecular formula C₆H₁₄O₂
Molecular weight 118.17 g/mol
Synonyms Hexamethylene glycol, 1,6-dihydroxyhexane
EU REACH Registered

Packaging

  • Bags

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