Caprylyl glycol (1,2-octanediol) is a cosmetic bactericide and humectant
- 2026-01-23
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- Weicheng Advanced Material (Shandong) Co., Ltd.
Caprylyl glycol (1,2-octanediol) is used in cosmetics as a bactericide and moisturizer, and is also used in the daily chemical industry.

Chinese Synonyms: 1,2-Octanediol; Octyl glycol; 1,2-Octanediol, 97%; Octyl glycol; 1,2-Octanediol, 96%; 2-Dihydroxyoctane; 1,2-Dihydroxyoctane; 1,2-Octanediol
English Name: 1,2-Octanediol
CAS NO: 1117-86-8
Molecular Weight: 146.2273
EC NO: 214-254-7
| English Name | octane-1,2-diol | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 1,2-辛二醇 | ||||
| CAS No. | 1117-86-8 | Solubility | 3 g/L (20 ºC) | ||
| Molecular Weight | 146.22700 | Melting Point | 36-38 °C(lit.) | ||
| Density | 0.914 | Boiling Point | 131-132 °C10 mm Hg(lit.) | ||
Industry: Daily chemical preservatives; Sub-products: Cosmetics
Applications: Used in cosmetics as a moisturizing agent with antibacterial activity; used in bath and shampoo products (1,2-octanediol). Applications: Used in cosmetics as a moisturizing agent with antibacterial activity; used in bath and shampoo products as a thickener and foam stabilizer.
Octanyl glycol multifunctional liquid formulations, in addition to enhancing the moisturizing function of skincare products, also possess excellent antimicrobial activity, helping to enhance the efficacy of preservative systems.













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