1,2-Pentanediol, Pentylene Glycol - a cosmetic ingredient

Product Category: Daily Chemicals/Cosmetics

English Name: DL-1,2-Pentanediol

INCI Name: Pentylene Glycol

CAS No.: 5343-92-0

Molecular Formula: C5H12O2

Molecular Weight: 104.15

Appearance: Colorless transparent liquid

Specific Gravity: 0.971

Boiling Point: 206℃

Flash Point: 104℃

Content: ≥99.0%

Moisture: ≤0.15%

Color: Hazen: ≤5

Packaging: 15kg, 200kg

Storage and Transportation: Store in a cool, well-ventilated warehouse, away from fire and heat sources. Handle with care, keeping the packaging intact to prevent damage or leakage.

【Name】1,2-Pentylene Glycol

【INCI Name】Pentylene Glycol

【Properties】Colorless, transparent liquid

【Solubility】Completely water-soluble; soluble in alcohols, ethers, and ethyl acetate, etc.

【Dosage】: 1-5%

【Product Introduction】

1,2-Pentylene glycol contains both hydrophilic and lipophilic groups, therefore it is soluble in both water and many oils. 1,2-Pentylene glycol can be used as a solvent for many cosmetic ingredients, including active additives, preservatives, polymers, and fragrances. In serums or gels, it helps enhance the transparency of the system. Because 1,2-Pentylene glycol is soluble in many oils, it can be used as a moisturizer in anhydrous formulations. 1,2-Pentylene glycol can also enhance the dispersibility of powders.

Preservative-Enhancing Moisturizers:

1) Improve the water resistance of sunscreen formulations; Used in various skincare products such as creams, eye creams, lotions, baby care products, and sunscreens. Especially suitable for sensitive skin, delicate skin of infants, and aging/dry skin.

2) High purity, low odor, and high safety, especially suitable for sensitive and delicate skin.

3) Excellent skin moisturizing effect.

4) Excellent broad-spectrum antibacterial activity. Its components are not registered as preservatives; when used alone, it can be claimed to be preservative-free, reducing irritation and allergies caused by preservatives.

5) Good synergistic effect with commonly used preservatives; can be used as a preservative adjuvant; reduces the amount of traditional preservatives used, enhances the preservative effect of products, and reduces product irritation.

6) Good solvent for active ingredients.

【Product Applications】

Can be used in various skincare products such as creams, eye creams, lotions, and baby care products. Especially suitable for sensitive skin, delicate skin of infants, and aging/dry skin.