PENTYLENE GLYCOL- ▸ Cosmetics: Solvent and additive in cosmetic and personal care products.
- ▸ Cleaning products: Component of industrial, professional, and consumer cleaning and maintenance products.
- ▸ Air care: Additive in air care products, polishes, and wax blends.
- ▸ Inks and toners: Formulation component in inks and toners.
- ▸ Solvent: General-purpose solvent.
A grade-specific Safety Data Sheet (SDS) — with the complete hazard classification, handling precautions, and transport information — is supplied with every shipment and available on request. Confirm all safety and regulatory details against the SDS for your specific grade.
Request SDS →Pentylene glycol (1,2-pentanediol, CAS 5343-92-0) is a diol used as a solvent and multifunctional additive in cosmetics and personal care products. It is also used in industrial, professional, and consumer cleaning and maintenance products, air care products, polishes and wax blends, and inks and toners.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is pentylene glycol used for?
Pentylene glycol (1,2-pentanediol, CAS 5343-92-0) is a diol used as a solvent and multifunctional additive. Industrial uses include cosmetics and personal care, industrial/professional/consumer cleaning and maintenance products, air care products, polishes and wax blends, and inks and toners.
Is pentylene glycol the same as propylene glycol?
No. Pentylene glycol is 1,2-pentanediol (a five-carbon diol, C5H12O2), while propylene glycol is 1,2-propanediol (a three-carbon diol). They are different molecules with different chain lengths and solvency/humectancy profiles.
Is pentylene glycol an alcohol?
Yes. It is a diol, meaning it carries two hydroxyl (-OH) groups on a five-carbon chain (molecular formula C5H12O2). That makes it a glycol/polyol used as a solvent and formulation additive.
What is the CAS number and HS code for pentylene glycol?
Pentylene glycol carries CAS 5343-92-0 and typically classifies under HS heading 2905.39 (other diols). Confirm the import classification for your jurisdiction with your broker.
How is bulk pentylene glycol packaged, and how do I get a price?
RawSource supplies pentylene glycol in bulk industrial packaging such as drums and IBCs/totes for manufacturers. Pricing is volume-based; request a bulk quote with your target quantity and ship-to location, and we will include a current CoA and SDS.