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2-methyl-1,3-propanediol

CAS 2163-42-0C4H10O2MW 90.12

2-methyl-1,3-propanediol (CAS 2163-42-0) — formula C4H10O2, molecular weight 90.12; category organic chemicals.

Product Description

2-methyl-1,3-propanediol (CAS 2163-42-0) is a organic chemicals. Its molecular formula C4H10O2 comprises 4 C, 10 H, 2 O atoms. Its molecular weight is about 90.12. Reported physicochemical data: melting point around -91 °C, boiling point around 211 °C, LogP about log Kow = 0.24 at 20 °C. Organic chemicals are the largest family of carbon-based compounds, widely used across pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, materials, cosmetics and food industries. Downstream uses span pharmaceutical ingredients, agrochemicals, dyes, solvents, surfactants, food additives and polymer materials. As a sourcing and distribution partner we help locate and compare this item across domestic and cross-border channels, arranging samples and batch orders with full COA and compliance files.

Product Overview

CAS Number2163-42-0
Molecular FormulaC4H10O2
Molecular Weight90.12
Melting Point-91 °C
Boiling Point211 °C
LogPlog Kow = 0.24 at 20 °C
ApplicationsCIR ingredient: Methylpropanediol, solvent glycol in personal care products (neutralizer, emollient, emulsifier, and humectant), in the manufacture of resins and coatings
CategoryOrganic Chemicals

Applications

Documented applications: CIR ingredient: Methylpropanediol, solvent glycol in personal care products (neutralizer, emollient, emulsifier, and humectant), in the manufacture of resins and coatings.

Technical Profile

What this product is

2-methyl-1,3-propanediol is a carbon-based organic compound with CAS registry number 2163-42-0 and molecular formula C4H10O2 (molecular weight 90.12), belonging to the organic chemicals segment of chemical raw materials.

Identification

CAS number: 2163-42-0

Its molecular formula C4H10O2 comprises 4 C, 10 H, 2 O atoms.

Also known as: 2-methyl-1,3-propanediol · 2-甲基-1,3-丙二醇

Category: organic chemicals

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-methyl-1,3-propanediol?

The CAS registry number of 2-methyl-1,3-propanediol is 2163-42-0.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-methyl-1,3-propanediol?

Molecular formula C4H10O2, molecular weight 90.12.

What other names is 2-methyl-1,3-propanediol known by?

It is also registered under: 2-methyl-1,3-propanediol, 2-甲基-1,3-丙二醇.

What are the documented applications of 2-methyl-1,3-propanediol?

Recorded applications: CIR ingredient: Methylpropanediol, solvent glycol in personal care products (neutralizer, emollient, emulsifier, and humectant), in the manufacture of resins and coatings.

Which category does 2-methyl-1,3-propanediol belong to?

Category: Organic Chemicals.

Packaging & documentation

Packaging is agreed per order, from lab-scale packs to bulk, and confirmed with each order rather than fixed on the page. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) ships with every batch and MSDS is available; where the end use carries a regulatory limit (food contact, pharmaceutical or cosmetic), state the standard at enquiry and the grade is set against it.

PubChem Public Data

Independent reference data for 2-methyl-1,3-propanediol (CAS 2163-42-0), compiled from public chemistry databases.

Registry identifiers across databases

CAS Registry Number2163-42-0
PubChem CID75103
Molecular formulaC4H10O2
IUPAC name2-methylpropane-1,3-diol
UNII (FDA)N8F53B3R4R

Computed descriptors

Molecular Weight90.12
XLogP3-0.3
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count2
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count2
Rotatable Bond Count2
Exact Mass90.068079557
Monoisotopic Mass90.068079557
Topological Polar Surface Area40.5
Heavy Atom Count6

Physicochemical values on record

Boiling Point211 °C
Melting Point-91 °C
Flash Point127 °C
Flash Point127 °C (261 °F) - closed cup
Density1.015 g/ cu cm at 25 °C
Vapor Density3.11
Vapor Pressure0.02 [mmHg]
Vapor Pressure2.1X10-2 mm Hg at 25 °C
LogPlog Kow = 0.24 at 20 °C
Surface Tension72.2 mN/m at 20 °C

Documented uses on record

    CIR ingredient: MethylpropanediolUsed as a solvent glycol in personal care products (neutralizer, emollient, emulsifier, and humectant); in the manufacture of resins and coatings; [HSDB]

    Synonyms and trade names

    2-Methyl-1,3-propanediol; 2163-42-0; methylpropanediol; 1,3-Propanediol, 2-methyl-; N8F53B3R4R; .BETA.-HYDROXYISOBUTANOL; HSDB 7267; MP Diol; RefChem:818687; 1,3Propanediol, 2methyl; BETA-HYDROXYISOBUTANOL; 1,3-propanediol, 2-methyl; METHYLPROPANEDIOL [INCI]; LESONEL FORMING FEMININE WASH; 1,3-PROPANEDIOL, 2-METHYL-[HSDB]; 412-350-5

    Regulatory listings held on file

    Regulatory & Food ContactCIR / INCI: Cosmetic ingredients (Methylpropanediol) -> CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review)
    GHS notification summary99.5% (196 / 197)

    GHS hazard classification

    GHS notification summary99.5% (196 / 197)

    This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 99.5% (196 of 197) of all reports.

    Reported as not meeting GHS hazard criteria by 196 of 197 companies (only 0.5% companies provided GHS information). For more detailed information, please visit ECHA C&L website.

    What the public record says

    2-methyl-1,3-propanediol · CAS 2163-42-0 · C4H10O2. UNII N8F53B3R4R. Boiling Point: 211 °C; Melting Point: -91 °C; Flash Point: 127 °C.

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

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