1,2-Octanediol | Caprylyl Glycol, a cosmetic ingredient Introduction

CAS No.: 1117-86-8

English Name: 1,2-Octanediol

English Aliases: CAPRYLYL GLYCOL; Octane-1,2-diol; 1,2-DIHYDROXYOCTANE; octane-1,; 1,2-Octandio; Octan-1,2-diol; 1,2-OCTANEDIOL; 1,2-OCLanediol; 1,2-Octanediol, Capryly Glycol

Chinese Name: 1,2-Octanediol

Chinese Synonyms: Octyl glycol; Octyl glycol; 1,2-Octanediol; 1,2-Octanediol; 2-Dihydroxyoctane; 1,2-Octanediol; 1,2-Dihydroxyoctane; 1,2-Octanediol Standard; Octyl glycol/Ethylhexylglycerin; 1,2-Octanediol

Molecular Formula: C8H18O2

Molecular Weight: 146.23

1,2-Octanediol is a colorless liquid or white solid with a boiling point of 131-132°C at 1330 Pa. 1,2-Octanediol is miscible with a variety of organic chemicals in any proportion and exhibits good formulation compatibility.

1,2-Octanediol is a common ingredient in many face creams and ointments, used as a skin conditioning agent, and should also possess certain antibacterial properties.

Skin emollients and humectants, semi-solid to solid components, added to products to assist in moisturizing, softening, and antibacterial purposes.