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Sku: H916855-5mL
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Synonyms: 1,2-Dihydroxyhexane, 1,2-Hexylene Glycol, DL-1,2-Hexanediol
Description
1,2-Hexanediol, 99.5% is a high-purity analytical-grade aliphatic diol (CAS 6920-22-5) suitable for laboratory research, chemical synthesis, and analytical chemistry applications. With a guaranteed purity of ≥99.5%, this reagent is identity-confirmed by both Infrared Spectroscopy (IR) and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) testing to verify structural conformity.
Applications described in the scientific literature include use as a chromatographic eluent component in HPLC-ICPMS workflows, a reagent for organic synthesis, and a cosurfactant for studies involving sodium dodecyl sulfate (SDS) micelle systems. The product is supplied in sealed laboratory packaging and should be stored at room temperature in a dry environment.
Disclaimer: For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
Specifications
| Property / Test Item | Specification Value |
| Product Name | 1,2-Hexanediol |
| SKU / Catalog No. | 213691-10 |
| CAS Number | 6920-22-5 |
| Purity (GC) | ≥ 99.5% |
| Appearance | Colorless to almost colorless clear liquid |
| Infrared Spectrum (IR) | Conforms to Structure |
| NMR Structure Test | Conforms to Structure |
| Linear Formula | CH3(CH2)3CH(OH)CH2OH |
| Molecular Weight | 118.17 g/mol |
| EC Number | 230-029-6 |
| MDL Number | MFCD00010737 |
| Boiling Point | 223 - 224 °C (lit.) |
| Density | 0.951 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.) |
| Storage Conditions | Room temperature, dry, tightly sealed. Store under inert gas. Protect from moisture (Hygroscopic). |
Applications & Analytical Workflows
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HPLC-ICPMS & Chromatographic Eluents: Reported in the scientific literature as a component of mobile phases and chromatographic eluents used in advanced analytical workflows, including HPLC-ICPMS applications.
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Organic Synthesis: Used as an aliphatic diol intermediate in organic synthesis, including reported applications in the ruthenium-catalyzed synthesis of oxazolidin-2-ones.
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Micelle & Surface Chemistry: Used as a cosurfactant in physical chemistry research involving SDS micelle modification and surfactant system studies.
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Tissue Clearing & Delipidation: Reported in scientific studies as a reagent used in tissue-clearing and brain white-matter delipidation workflows for biological imaging research.
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Formulation Research: Investigated in formulation studies as a solvent, penetration enhancer, and antimicrobial diol additive.
Selected References
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Lajin et al., Anal Chem 2022 — Ultra-pure alkanediols as effective mobile phase additives in chromatographic and analytical workflows. (PMID: 35666989)
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Inoue et al., Bioorg Med Chem Lett 2019 — Advanced brain tissue clearing and delipidation protocols using research-grade diols. (PMID: 31160178)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What makes 1,2-Hexanediol 99.5% suitable for HPLC-ICPMS and analytical work?
Our analytical-grade 1,2-Hexanediol features a purity of ≥99.5% and is identity-confirmed by both IR and NMR spectroscopy. Scientific literature reports its use in chromatographic workflows including HPLC-ICPMS applications, as well as organic synthesis, SDS micelle studies, and tissue-clearing research.
What is the CAS number and molecular weight of 1,2-Hexanediol?
The CAS number is 6920-22-5, the molecular formula is C6H14O2, and the molecular weight is 118.17 g/mol.
How should 1,2-Hexanediol 99.5% Analytical Grade be stored?
Store at room temperature in a cool, dry, tightly closed container. Protect from moisture and store under inert gas when possible.
Is Biofargo's 1,2-Hexanediol 99.5% available and how fast does it ship?
Yes, our 99.5% ultra-pure analytical grade is in stock. Standard orders typically ship within 3–7 business days and are distributed in verified laboratory packaging to support ongoing research and precision biochemistry workflows.
When can I expect my order to ship?
Most orders are filled and shipped within 2-3 business days from the time they are received.
Our standard shipping usually take 2-5 days.
We also provide express shippping for time-sensitive deliveries.
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