1,2-Pentanediol
Cosmetics
1,2-Pentanediol is a colorless and odorless glycol.
It is an excellent moisturizer with good anti-microbial effect and good combination with other glycols and preservatives.
It can enhance water resistance and act as a co-emulsifier reducing particle size. Recommended dosage is about 3~5% in formulations.
It is an excellent moisturizer with good anti-microbial effect and good combination with other glycols and preservatives.
It can enhance water resistance and act as a co-emulsifier reducing particle size. Recommended dosage is about 3~5% in formulations.
Product name
- 1,2-Pentanediol / Pentylene glycol
Physical form
- Liquid
CAS number
- 5343-92-0
Chemical name
- 1,2-Pentanediol
Chemical Formula
- C5H12O2
Applications
- 1,2-Pentanediol is multi-functional glycol, moisturizer, anti-microbial agent, emulsion stabilizer.
Applied in cosmetic emulsion for its humectant, antibacterial and preservative characteristic.