Description
Butylene glycol refers to a group of related compounds, with 1,3-butanediol being a common form.
- Full Name: 1,3-Butylene Glycol (or 1,3-Butanediol)
- CAS Number: 513-85-9
- Molecular Formula: C₄H₁₀O₂
- Molecular Weight: 90.12 g/mol
Properties
- Appearance: Colorless, viscous liquid
- Boiling Point: 198 °C (388 °F)
- Melting Point: -60 °C (-76 °F)
- Solubility: Miscible with water and many organic solvents
Applications
- Cosmetics and Personal Care: Commonly used as a humectant and solvent in skin care products, lotions, and shampoos.
- Pharmaceuticals: Serves as a solvent and stabilizer for various pharmaceutical formulations.
- Food Industry: Occasionally used as a food additive and flavoring agent.
- Industrial Applications: Used in the production of plastics, resins, and as an intermediate in chemical synthesis.
- Biotechnology: Utilized in various fermentation processes and as a carbon source for microbial growth.
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