HDO 1,6-hexanediol 629-11-8 BASF Crosslinking / Coupling / Curing Agents >> Diol / Triol ADHESIVE HDO ® is a linear, bifunctional, primary alcohol. It is a white waxy solid at room temperature and a clear liquid at temperatures above its melting range. HDO undergoes all reactions typical of primary alcohols: Monocarboxylic acids - esters Dicarboxylic acids - polyesters Polymerization - polyethers Diisocyanates - polyurethanes Carbonates - poly carbonates various other reactions Downstream applications of the above include: protective and industrial coatings microcellular polyurethane cast elastomers fibers adhesives plasticizers dyestuffs cosmetics insecticides surfactants printing inks other HDO® 1,6-Hexanediol is a valuable intermediate for the chemical industry. It has applications in a variety of polymer syntheses and is also used in the synthesis of specialty chemicals. This linear diol contains two primary hydroxyl groups which are terminally located. This configuration results in a rapid and simultaneous reaction in the formation of numerous di-substituted products. HDO® 1,6-Hexanediol is used in the production of polyesters for polyurethane elastomers, coatings, adhesives and polymeric plasticizers. In these end use areas, it contributes significantly to many high performance characteristics, such as hydrolytic stability, high flexibility, good adhesion and surface hardness. BASF intermediates and solvents are used extensively to manufacture PVC pipe joining cements and industrial adhesives used in leather, plastics, polyester laminates and polyurethane footwear. 1,6-hexanediol. Used in the production of polyesters for polyurethane adhesives. Offers high hydrolytic stability and flexibility, good adhesion and surface hardness.