1,2-Pentanediol

1,2-Pentanediol is an important organic intermediate, used in the synthesis of propiconazole, a special fungicide for cash crops; it also has excellent moisturizing and antiseptic properties, and is used in various skin care products such as skin creams, eye creams, skin lotions, baby care products, and sunscreens. It is also an important raw material for the production of polyester fibers, surfactants, and pharmaceuticals. 1,2-Pentanediol is an excellent moisturizer with antibacterial effects. It has a synergistic effect with traditional preservatives and helps to reduce the amount of traditional preservatives in the formula. In sunscreen products, it helps to improve the product’s water resistance and solubility of some ingredients. 1,2-Pentanediol helps stabilize the formula and also reduces the stickiness caused by the addition of polymers.