2-ethylhexyl glycidyl ether
CAS Number
2461-15-6
EC Number
219-553-6
Abbreviation
EHGE
What is 2-ethylhexyl glycidyl ether?
2-Ethylhexyl glycidyl ether (CAS 2461-15-6), abbreviated EHGE, is a reactive monofunctional epoxy diluent that modifies the viscosity and flexibility of epoxy resin systems.
Where is 2-ethylhexyl glycidyl ether used?
- Industrial coatings and flooring: lowers epoxy resin viscosity to improve substrate wetting and ambient-temperature application
- Adhesives and sealants: reactive flexibilizer that participates in the cure network to reduce brittleness in structural bonds and joints
- Automotive and industrial coatings: solvent-free primer and topcoat systems for low-VOC compliance with workable pot life
- Epoxy-based printing and packaging inks: reactive carrier improving pigment dispersion and film flexibility
- It reduces formulation viscosity without sacrificing cure performance.
Commercial specifications
- Purity grades typically 95% to 99%
- Low hydrolyzable chloride content specifications available for electronics and high-performance coatings
Other Names (Synonyms)
2-(2-ethylhexoxymethyl)oxirane|Glycidyl 2-ethylhexyl ether|Oxirane, [[(2-ethylhexyl)oxy]methyl]-|(((2-Ethylhexyl)oxy)methyl)oxirane|Oxirane, 2-[[(2-ethylhexyl)oxy]methyl]-|((2-Ethylhexyl)methyl)oxirane|2,3-Epoxypropyl-(2-ethylhexyl) ether|EHGE|E0229
What are the physical properties of 2-ethylhexyl glycidyl ether?
Boiling Point 89.5-90.5 °C @ Press: 2 Torr
Density 0.8862 g/cm³ @ Temp: 30 °C
Flash Point 206°F
Appearance colourless liquid
Color Colorless to Almost colorless
Odor Faint odor
Form clear liquid
Water Solubility <0.1 g/100 mL at 19 ºC
Vapor Pressure 29Pa at 25℃
Refractive Index 1.434
Log P 3.83
How is 2-ethylhexyl glycidyl ether classified and handled safely? Learn More
Warning
GHS07· Irritant
Hazard Statements
H315 Causes skin irritation
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary Statements
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to 2-ethylhexyl glycidyl ether?
HS Code 29109000
Storage Class 10 - Combustible liquids
WGK (Germany) 2