2-Methyl-1,3-propanediol (MPDiol, CAS 2163-42-0) is a low-odour, colourless viscous diol liquid. It is widely used in cosmetics as humectant & preservative booster, and as monomer intermediate for polyesters, coatings, PU resins and solvent system. TNJ Chemical is the leading manufacturer and exporter since from 2001. We guarantee high quality, competitive price, stable supply, fast delivery and tech support etc. To find more, please contact sales@tnjchem.com
Product Information
Chemical Name: 2-Methyl-1,3-propanediol
Synonyms: MPDiol, MPD, Methylpropanediol
CAS No.: 2163-42-0
EINECS: 412-350-5
Molecular Formula: C₄H₁₀O₂
Molecular Weight: 90.12
Grade: Cosmetic grade, industrial grade
Purity: 99% min
Chemphysical Properties
Appearance: Colourless transparent viscous liquid
Odour: Very mild odour
Density (25℃): 1.015 g/cm³
Melting point: -91 ℃
Boiling point: 123–125 ℃ @ 20 mmHgRefractive Index n20/D: 1.443–1.447
Flash point: 100 ℃
Solubility: Fully miscible with water, alcohol and common organic solvents
Specification
Assay(wt%) (on a dry basis) |
98.0min |
Water(wt%) |
0.08max |
Color(APHA) |
20max |
Carbonyl(as-CHO) (wt.ppm) |
500max |
Iron(wt.ppm) |
0.5max |
Application
1. Unsatured Polyester Resins(Composites)
2. Unsatured Polyester Resins(Gel Coats)
3. Staturated Polyester for Coating
4. Polyurethane
5. Plasticizers
6. MPO Alkoxylate
7. MPO Diacrylate / Dimethacrylate and MPO AlkoxylateDiacrylate/Dimethacrylate
8. MPO Polycarbonate
9. Modified Polyethylene Terephthalate(PET)
10. Personal Care
Packing
200kg/drum 20’fcl=80drums=16mt




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