2,5-Dimethyl-3-Hexyne-2,5-Diol
Insecticides

2,5-Dimethyl-3-Hexyne-2,5-Diol

CAS Number: 142-30-3

Formula C8H14O2
Mol. Weight 142.20 g/mol
Purity ≥98.0%
Appearance White to off-white crystalline solid

2,5-Dimethyl-3-Hexyne-2,5-Diol is an acetylenic diol surfactant used as a wetting agent, spreading aid, and formulation adjuvant in insecticide and pesticide emulsion formulations. Its unique structure provides excellent surface tension reduction and substrate wetting, improving coverage and penetration of insecticidal active ingredients on insect cuticle and plant surfaces. This compound is also used as a defoaming agent in water-based agrochemical formulations. AB Enterprises supplies this specialty diol to agrochemical formulators and chemical manufacturers. Its multifunctional role as both surfactant and processing aid makes it valuable in developing SC, EW, and WDG insecticide formulations.

Specifications

CAS Number 142-30-3
Molecular Formula C8H14O2
Molecular Weight 142.20 g/mol
Appearance White to off-white crystalline solid
Assay / Purity ≥98.0%
Melting Point 94–96 °C
pH (1% solution) 5.5–7.5
Storage Store in sealed containers in a cool, dry area away from moisture and heat
Packaging As per requirement

Packaging & Bulk Pricing

Volume-based pricing — larger quantities mean better rates


1 – 5 kg
Sample / Lab HDPE jar, sealed Ships in 1–2 days
25 – 100 kg
Bulk Bulk industrial pack / carboy Ships in 3–7 days
100+ kg
Contract / OEM Custom packaging Lead time on request

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