2-Ethylhexanol
CAS 104-76-7
EC 203-234-3
Formula C8H18O
MW 130.23 g/mol
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Description
2-Ethylhexanol (CAS 104-76-7) is a branched-chain fatty alcohol also known as Guerbet C8, Alcohol C8, G 301, NSC 9300, and FEMA 3151. It carries no E-code designation and is classified under HS code 29051610. The compound is a primary alcohol derived from the aldol condensation and hydrogenation of butyraldehyde.
Its principal industrial role is as a precursor in the production of dioctyl phthalate (DOP) and other phthalate plasticizers, where its branched structure reduces crystallinity and improves low-temperature flexibility in PVC formulations. It also functions as a coalescing solvent in coatings and adhesives, lowering the minimum film-forming temperature, and serves as a coupling agent and emollient carrier in personal care and textile processing applications.
2-Ethylhexanol is supplied as a technical-grade liquid compliant with REACH registration requirements. It is available in standard packaging including drums and IBC containers, with bulk quantities subject to individual quotation. Buyers should confirm grade specifications against relevant internal formulation standards prior to ordering.
Its principal industrial role is as a precursor in the production of dioctyl phthalate (DOP) and other phthalate plasticizers, where its branched structure reduces crystallinity and improves low-temperature flexibility in PVC formulations. It also functions as a coalescing solvent in coatings and adhesives, lowering the minimum film-forming temperature, and serves as a coupling agent and emollient carrier in personal care and textile processing applications.
2-Ethylhexanol is supplied as a technical-grade liquid compliant with REACH registration requirements. It is available in standard packaging including drums and IBC containers, with bulk quantities subject to individual quotation. Buyers should confirm grade specifications against relevant internal formulation standards prior to ordering.
Physical Properties
| Melting Point | -76 °C |
| Boiling Point | 184.34 °C |
| Density | 0.8344 g/cm³ @ Temp: 20 °C |
| Flash Point | 171 °F |
| Appearance | colourless liquid |
| Color | Clear |
| Odor | sweet. |
| Form | Liquid |
| Water Solubility | 1 g/L (20 ºC) |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.2 mm Hg ( 20 °C) |
| Refractive Index | n 20/D 1.431(lit.) |
| pH | 7 (1g/l, H2O, 20℃) |
| Log P | 2.9 at 25℃ |
Trade & Regulatory
| HS Code | 29051610 |
| WGK (Germany) | 2 |
Other Names
G 301Guerbet C8ALCOHOL C8ISOOCTANOLEthylhexanolISOOCTYL ALCOHOL2-Ethyl-1-hexanol
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