1. Production:
   • Hexylene glycol can be produced by oxidation of hexylene alcohol.
2. Areas of Use:
   • Chemical Industry: Hexylene glycol is used in the chemical industry as a solvent, reagent and plasticizing agent.
   • Paint and Coatings: It is used as a solvent in the paint and coating industry.

Hexylene Glycol Properties:

• Chemical Formula C6H14O2
• Molecular Weight: Approximately 118.17 grams/molecule
• Physical Condition: Colorless liquid
• Odor Odorless or a mild chemical odor
• Resolution: It dissolves well in water.
• Danger Symbols: Non-flammable, but contact with skin and eyes may be harmful.