1.化妆品和个人护理产品

This is the main and most common application area of ​​1,2-octanediol.

• Skin care products (creams, lotions, etc.)
Humectant and skin conditioning agent, forming a thin film on the skin surface to help lock in moisture and keep the skin hydrated and soft.

• Various creams and cleansing products
Preservative enhancer/broad-spectrum antimicrobial agent. It has antibacterial properties and is often used in combination with traditional preservatives to enhance the overall preservative effect and reduce the irritancy of other preservatives. It is suitable for products claiming “no additives” or for sensitive skin.

• Hair care products
Hair conditioning agent, used to improve the feel and appearance of hair.

• Deodorant products
Deodorant, utilizing its antibacterial properties, used in personal deodorant products.

2. Pharmaceutical and Biological Fields

Antimicrobial agent, sample preservation, utilizing its antibacterial properties in related fields.

• Topical medications
Antibacterial component, providing auxiliary antibacterial effects in some ointments or topical preparations.

• Biological samples
Preservative, used in scientific research to help preserve biological samples and prevent microbial contamination.

3. Industrial and Chemical Synthesis

Chemical intermediate, solvent, used as a basic chemical raw material.

• Organic synthesis
Chemical intermediate, used as an organic synthesis building block to produce other more complex compounds.

• Chemical industry
Solvent, stabilizer, can be used as a solvent or stabilizer in chemical reactions.

• Dye industry
Dye intermediate, can be used as an intermediate raw material for the production of dyes.