CAS 2615-15-8: Hexaethylene glycol
Description:Hexaethylene glycol, with the CAS number 2615-15-8, is a polyether compound characterized by its structure, which consists of a linear chain of ethylene glycol units. It is a colorless, viscous liquid that is hygroscopic, meaning it can absorb moisture from the environment. Hexaethylene glycol is soluble in water and many organic solvents, making it versatile for various applications. It is commonly used as a surfactant, solvent, and plasticizer in the formulation of cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and industrial products. Additionally, it exhibits low toxicity and is generally considered safe for use in consumer products. The compound has a relatively high molecular weight, which contributes to its unique properties, such as its ability to form hydrogen bonds, enhancing its solubility and interaction with other substances. Its applications extend to the production of polymers and as a reagent in chemical synthesis, highlighting its importance in both industrial and laboratory settings.
Formula:C12H26O7
InChI:InChI=1S/C12H26O7/c13-1-3-15-5-7-17-9-11-19-12-10-18-8-6-16-4-2-14/h13-14H,1-12H2
InChI key:InChIKey=IIRDTKBZINWQAW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:OCCOCCOCCOCCOCCOCCO
- Synonyms:
- 2-[2-[2-[2-[2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)ethoxy]ethoxy]ethoxy]ethoxy]ethanol
- 3,6,9,12,15-Pentaoxaheptadecan-1,17-diol
- 3,6,9,12,15-Pentaoxaheptadecano-1,17-Diol
- Ethanol, 2,2'-[oxybis(oxy-2,1-ethanediyloxy-2,1-ethanediyloxy)]bis-
- Heptadecane-1,17-Diol, 3,6,9,12,15-Pentaoxa-
- Hexaaethylenglykol
- Hexaethylene glycol
- Hexagol
- Hexaoxyethylene glycol
- Nsc 201209
- See more synonyms
- HO-PEG6-OH
- ethane-1,2-diol-ethene (1:6)
- Hexaethyleneglycol
- 3,6,9,12,15-pentaoxaheptadecane-1,17-diol
- 3,6,9,12,15-Pentaoxaheptadecane-1,17-diol
