What is 2-Ethylhexanol (CAS 104-76-7)?
2-Ethylhexanol (abbreviated 2-EH) is a fatty alcohol, an organic compound is a branched, eight-carbon chiral alcohol. It is a colorless liquid that is poorly soluble in water but soluble in most organic solvents. It is produced on a massive scale for use in numerous applications such as solvents, flavors, and fragrances and especially as a precursor for production of other chemicals such as emollients and plasticizers. It is encountered in natural plant fragrances, and the odor has been reported as "heavy, earthy, and slightly floral" for the R enantiomer and "a light, sweet floral fragrance" for the S enantiomer.
Substance name: 2-ethyl-1-hexanol
Trade name: Ethyl Hexanol
EC no: 203-234-3
CAS no: 104-76-7
HS code: 29051685
KH product code:100118
Formula: C8H18O
What is 2-Ethylhexanol (CAS 104-76-7) used for?
Plasticizer production: The largest application-2-Ethylhexanol is used to synthesize phthalate plasticizers (e.g., dioctyl phthalate, DOP) and non-phthalate plasticizers (e.g., dioctyl terephthalate, DOTP) for PVC products (pipes, cables, films).
Surfactant manufacturing: 2-EH is the raw material for producing anionic surfactants (e.g., 2-ethylhexyl sulfate) used in detergents, emulsifiers, and wetting agents.
Lubricant additives: Improves the viscosity and anti-wear properties of lubricating oils and metalworking fluids.
Other uses: 2-ethyl hexanol solvent for paints, coatings, and pesticides; intermediate for synthesizing fragrances and pharmaceuticals.
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