2,5-Dimethyl-3-hexyne-2,5-diol
Chemical Name: 2,5-Dimethyl-3-hexyne-2,5-diol
Molecular Formula: C₈H₁₄O₂
CAS Number: 142-30-3
A symmetrical acetylenic diol used as a reactive intermediate for surfactant and additive development. Serves as a model compound for structure–activity studies and as a versatile wetting and surface-control additive precursor.

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Chemical Identity
| Chemical Name | 2,5-Dimethyl-3-hexyne-2,5-diol |
| Synonyms | DMHD, Acetylenic diol, Dimethylhexynediol |
| CAS Number | 142-30-3 |
| EC Number | 205-533-4 |
| Molecular Formula | C₈H₁₄O₂ |
| Molecular Weight | 142.20 g/mol |

VUP Specifications (Standard Grade)
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline solid |
| Purity | ≥ 98.0 % |
Note: Specifications that are provided above are typical values and should not be considered as guaranteed analysis.
Key Features & Benefits
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Symmetrical Diol Structure
Simplifies modelling of surfactant and additive behaviour in research applications.
High Purity
Suitable for analytical research and reaction mechanism studies.
Reactive Intermediate
Enables synthesis of specialty surfactants and performance additives.
Surface Activity
Forms the structural core of many wetting and leveling agents.
Stable Under Normal Conditions
Safe to handle in standard laboratory environments.
Produced under ISO 9001:2015
Ensures traceable quality and analytical verification for laboratory use.
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