| Product Name | Butylene Glycol (1,3-Butylene Glycol, 1,4-Butanediol, 2,3-Butylene Glycol) |
| CAS No. | 1,3-Butylene Glycol: 107-88-0; 1,4-Butanediol: 110-63-4; 2,3-Butylene Glycol: 513-85-9 |
| Molecular Formula | C₄H₁₀O₂ |
| Molecular Weight | 90.12 |
| Appearance | Clear, colorless viscous liquid |
| Main Types | 1,3-Butylene Glycol (Cosmetic/Pharma Grade): Purity ≥99.5%. Used as humectant in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, food flavor carrier.1,4-Butanediol (Industrial/Fine Chemical Grade): Purity ≥99%. Used in PBT, PU, THF, PTMEG, GBL production.2,3-Butylene Glycol (Chemical Intermediate/Solvent): Used as solvent, synthetic resin raw material, aviation fuel additive, printing ink, perfume, plasticizer. |
| Key Specifications | Purity ≥99.5% (Cosmetic grade); Moisture ≤0.5%; Color (Hazen) ≤10; Free acid ≤0.005%; pH 6.0-9.0; Density 1.004-1.007 g/cm³ (20℃) |
| Physical Properties | Boiling point 207-230℃; Melting point 20.1℃ (1,4-BDO); Flash point 121℃; Miscible with water and organic solvents; Hygroscopic |
| Features | Odorless, low toxicity, good water solubility, strong hygroscopicity, good biodegradability |
| Main Applications | 1,3-Butylene Glycol: Cosmetic humectant, solvent, antimicrobial agent (creams, lotions, masks, shampoos, toothpaste); Pharmaceutical excipient; Food flavor carrier.1,4-Butanediol: Raw material for PBT, PU, THF, PTMEG; Solvent; Coatings, elastic fibers, pharmaceutical intermediate.2,3-Butylene Glycol: Solvent, synthetic resin, fuel additive, printing ink, perfume, plasticizer |
| Packaging | 200kg drums, 1000kg IBC totes, tank trucks |
| Storage | Cool, dry, ventilated; keep sealed; away from fire and oxidizers; shelf life 24 months |
| Shipping | Non-hazardous (1,4-BDO flash point 121℃); protect from sun and rain; handle with care |
| Quality Standard | Cosmetic grade: GB/T 2914, USP, EP, FCC; Industrial grade: GB/T 24768; ISO, Kosher, Halal certifications available |
| MOQ | Standard 20 tons (1×20'FCL/tank truck); trial order 1-5 tons (drums) |
| Delivery Time | Standard 7-15 working days |
| Payment Terms | T/T (30% deposit, 70% against B/L copy), L/C at sight |
| HS Code | 29053910 (Butylene glycol) |
