3-Hexyloxypropylene glycol

3-Hexyloxypropylene glycol (CAS 10305-38-1), commercially recognized as Hexylglycerin, is a glycol ether used across personal care, pharmaceutical, and food-contact applications.

Where is 3-Hexyloxypropylene glycol used?

• Cosmetic emulsions, serums and leave-on skin care: humectant that improves moisture retention
• Preservation systems: booster that enhances phenoxyethanol and other preservatives
• Pharmaceutical topical preparations: solvent and carrier
• Rinse-off personal care: emulsification and skin-feel
• Food-contact and nutraceutical encapsulated formats: solvent for flavor and active ingredient delivery

Good to know: Controlled delivery and skin compatibility are critical sourcing criteria in pharmaceutical applications.

Commercial specifications

• Packaging from small drums to bulk quantities