Hexylene Glycol Supplier in Malaysia
- Also known as
- 2-Methyl-2,4-Pentanediol
- 2-Methylpentane-2,4-Diol
- MPD
Hexylene glycol supplier for personal-care, coatings, cleaning and industrial-fluid buyers in Malaysia. The material is 2-methyl-2,4-pentanediol (CAS 107-41-5), a clear water-miscible branched diol that acts as both a solvent and a mildly surface-active liquid. Industrial and cosmetic grade are the usual commercial split.
That dual character is what formulators buy it for. It couples surfactants, solvents and builders in cleaner concentrates, extends open time in waterborne coatings, and holds water in skin and hair formulas. The same liquid appears in metalworking, hydraulic and brake fluid blends and in cement or gypsum additive packages.
Hexylene glycol is a distinct product from propylene glycol, dipropylene glycol and the ethylene glycol series, and it is not 1,6-hexanediol. Those materials carry separate specifications and separate enquiries. Quoting CAS 107-41-5 or the systematic name keeps a requirement unambiguous.
State the grade, target specification, quantity, delivery location and the job the material has to do. Pack format, documentation and timing are confirmed with the quotation. Supply is subject to applicable requirements.
- CAS number
- 107-41-5
- Formula
- C6H14O2
- Grade
- industrial, cosmetic
- Appearance
- clear colourless liquid
Hexylene Glycol grades and forms
We supply several forms to suit different formulating and dosing setups. If you need a size that is not listed, ask us.
| Grade | Form | Assay | Typical use | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Industrial grade hexylene glycol | clear colourless liquid | — | Coupling agent and solvent in built alkaline or acidic cleaners, coalescing aid in waterborne coatings, and viscosity reducer in textile auxiliaries, metalworking fluids and hydraulic fluid blends. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Cosmetic grade hexylene glycol | clear colourless liquid | — | Humectant, solubiliser and wetting component in creams, lotions, serums, shampoos and colour cosmetics, requested where the formula names a cosmetic specification and declares the INCI name Hexylene Glycol. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
How to buy hexylene glycol from ChemTrade
Request a quote for hexylene glycol
Use the form below to request a quotation. You can also email sales@chemtrademalaysia.com or send us a message on WhatsApp.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | clear colourless liquid | — |
| CAS number | 107-41-5 | — |
| Molecular formula | C6H14O2 | — |
| Molecular weight | approximately 118 g/mol | — |
| Systematic name | 2-methyl-2,4-pentanediol, a branched six-carbon diol | — |
| INCI name | Hexylene Glycol | — |
| Boiling point | approximately 197 °C | — |
| Solubility | miscible with water; soluble in alcohols and many polar organic solvents | — |
| Common grade checks | purity, water content, colour and odour, held to the limits the grade and application call for | — |
Hexylene Glycol applications
Safety and handling
Keep in tightly closed containers in a cool, well-ventilated place away from strong oxidising agents. The liquid is hygroscopic and fully water miscible, so sealed storage protects the water content. Follow the safety information issued for the grade quoted.
Common questions about hexylene glycol
Is hexylene glycol the same as propylene glycol or dipropylene glycol?
No. Hexylene glycol is 2-methyl-2,4-pentanediol, a branched six-carbon diol, while propylene glycol and dipropylene glycol are separate products with their own specifications and prices. Order whichever glycol the formulation calls for by name.
Is hexylene glycol the same as 2-methyl-2,4-pentanediol?
Yes. 2-Methyl-2,4-pentanediol is the systematic name, written as 2-methylpentane-2,4-diol under current nomenclature and shortened to MPD on many specification sheets. All refer to the material carried by CAS 107-41-5.
Is hexylene glycol the same as 1,6-hexanediol?
No. 1,6-Hexanediol is a solid diol used mainly in polyester and polyurethane chemistry, and it is a different material from this liquid. Buyers sometimes type hexanediol when they want hexylene glycol, so quote the CAS or the systematic name where accuracy matters.
What is the difference between industrial and cosmetic grade hexylene glycol?
Both are the same product. Cosmetic grade is bought against tighter purity, colour and odour limits and is declared on an ingredient list as Hexylene Glycol, while industrial grade serves cleaning, coating, textile and fluid work that does not call up those limits.
What does hexylene glycol do in a cleaning formulation?
It works as a coupling agent, helping hold surfactants, solvents and builders in one clear phase, which is the usual reason a concentrate stays homogeneous on dilution and in cold storage. It also contributes solvency for oily soils and influences viscosity and drying speed.
How is hexylene glycol supplied and documented?
It is a liquid, so pack format follows the quantity and handling method rather than a fixed rule, and it is confirmed with the quotation. List any document the receiving plant needs at enquiry stage so the offer covers it.
What details are needed for a hexylene glycol price enquiry?
Send the grade, target specification, quantity, delivery location and the application the material serves. Noting the preferred pack format and any documentation lets the quotation and its validity period cover the whole requirement.