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| IUPAC name hexane-1,6-diol | |
| Other names Hexamethylene glycol; 1,6-Dihydroxyhexane; 1,6-Hexylene glycol; Hexamethylenediol; HDO | |
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| ECHA InfoCard | 100.010.068 
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| Properties | |
| Chemical formula | C6H14O2 |
| Molar mass | 118.176 g·mol |
| Melting point | 42 °C (108 °F; 315 K) |
| Boiling point | 250 °C (482 °F; 523 K) |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C , 100 kPa).
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1,6-Hexanediol (HOCH2(CH2)4CH2OH) is a colorless crystalline solid that melts at 42 °C and boils at 250 °C. It is well soluble in water.
Production
1,6-Hexanediol is prepared industrially by the hydrogenation of adipic acid.
Uses
1,6-Hexanediol is widely used for industrial polyester and polyurethane production.
References
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