A colorless, viscous liquid that is soluble in water and many organic solvents at room temperature. It has the following properties:
It has good solubility and can dissolve many organic and inorganic substances.

Printing and coating industry: 1,3-propanediol can be used as a plasticizer in coatings and inks.

Polymer industry: It can be used to manufacture polyester resins, polyurethane, unsaturated polyester, etc.