Neopentyl glycol

Independent reference data for Neopentyl glycol (CAS 126-30-7), compiled from public chemistry databases.

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Computed descriptors

Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Pulp and Paper Processing [Category: Industry]Textiles (Fiber & Fabric Manufacturing) [Category: Industry]

Synonyms and trade names

Neopentyl glycol; 126-30-7; 2,2-Dimethylpropane-1,3-diol; 2,2-DIMETHYL-1,3-PROPANEDIOL; Dimethylolpropane; Neopentanediol; Neopentylene glycol; 1,3-Propanediol, 2,2-dimethyl-; Neopentylglycol; Neol; Dimethyltrimethylene glycol; Hydroxypivalyl alcohol; 2,2-Dimethyltrimethylene glycol; Nexcoat 600; 2,2-Dimethyl-1,3 propanediol; DTXSID8027036

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	FDA Cumulative Estimated Daily Intake (CEDI): FCS FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS
GHS notification summary	1.9% (19 / 1013)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	1.9% (19 / 1013)
Reported hazard statements	H315 (21.1%), H318 (74.9%), H319 (22%)

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 1.9% (19 of 1013) of reports.

H315 (21.1%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]

What the public record says

Neopentyl glycol · CAS 126-30-7 · C5H12O2. UNII QI80HXD6S5. Boiling Point: 406.4 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999); Boiling Point: 207 °C; Boiling Point: 210 °C.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.