Description
2-ethyl hexanol appears as a dark brown liquid with an aromatic odor. Insoluble in water and less dense than water. Flash point between 140 – 175 °F. Contact may irritate skin, eyes and mucous membranes.
Xi-2-ethyl-1-hexanol, also known as 2-ethylhexyl alcohol or octyl alcohol, is a member of the class of compounds known as fatty alcohols. Fatty alcohols are aliphatic alcohols consisting of a chain of a least six carbon atoms. Thus, xi-2-ethyl-1-hexanol is considered to be a fatty alcohol lipid molecule. Xi-2-ethyl-1-hexanol is practically insoluble (in water) and an extremely weak acidic compound (based on its pKa). Xi-2-ethyl-1-hexanol can be found in a number of food items such as tea, cereals and cereal products, fats and oils, and alcoholic beverages, which makes xi-2-ethyl-1-hexanol a potential biomarker for the consumption of these food products. Xi-2-ethyl-1-hexanol can be found primarily in feces and saliva. Xi-2-ethyl-1-hexanol exists in all eukaryotes, ranging from yeast to humans.
Key Spec Table
| CAS # |
EC Number |
Hill Formula |
Chemical Formula |
Molar Mass |
| 104-76-7 |
203-234-3 |
C₈H₁₈O |
CH₃CH₂CH₂CH₂CH(C₂H₅)CH₂OH |
130.23 g/mol |
Applications
2-Eethyl hexanol is used to make plasticizers for polyvinyl chloride. Reaction with phthalic anhydride gives bis(2-ethyl hexyl) phthalate (DOP, DEHP). Reaction with adipic acid gives bis(2-ethyl hexyl) adipate.
Moreover, esterification with acrylic acid gives 2-ethyl hexyl acrylate for use in adhesives and paints.
On the other hand, because it can dissolve many organic materials well, 2-ethyl hexanol is widely used as a low-volatility solvent.
- Adhesives/sealants
- Agriculture intermediates
- Auto refinish
- Coating & Paints Products
- Construction chemicals
- Gasoline intermediates
- Industrial fuel intermediates
- Lubricants
- Plasticizer
- Process solvents
- Soap/detergents
- Wetting agent
| Packaging |
: |
Bulk, Drum, IBC |
2-Ethyl-1-Hexanol pure, 99%
CAS# 104-76-7
Molecular Formula : C8H18O
Molecular Weight : 130.23
Part B
Storage : Room Temperature
Shelf Life : 60 Months
HSN Code : 29051620
IMDG Identification :Not Regulated for Transport (Non-Haz)
Product Information
Synonyms:
- 2-Ethylhexyl Alcohol
- Octanol
- Octyl Alcohol
- (.+-.)-2-Ethyl-1-hexanol
- 2-Aethyl-1-Hexanol
- 2-Ethyl hexanol
- 2-Ethyl-1-hexyl alcohol
- 2-Ethylhexan-1-ol
- 2-Ethylhexane-1-Ol
- 2-Ethylhexanol
- 2-Ethylhexyl alcohol
- 2-Etilhexan-1-Ol
- Conol 10WS
- Ethylhexanol
- G 301
- Guerbet C8
- Hexan-1-Ol, 2-Ethyl-
- Nsc 9300
Notes:
EC Number: 203-234-3
Merck Index (14): 3808
Physical State (20 deg.C): Liquid
PubChem Substance ID: 87569421
Purity(GC): min. 99.5 %
RTECS#: MP0350000
Reaxys Registry Number: 1719280
Refractive Index: 1.43
SDBS (AIST Spectral DB): 792
Signal Word: Warning
Chemical properties
Color/Form: Colorless clear liquid
InChI: InChI=1S/C8H18O/c1-3-5-6-8(4-2)7-9/h8-9H,3-7H2,1-2H3
InChI key: InChIKey=YIWUKEYIRIRTPP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
| Storage and Shipping Information |
| Storage |
Store below +30°C. |
Hazard Info
H Statements:
H312: Harmful in contact with skin.
H315: Causes skin irritation.
H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
H335: May cause respiratory irritation.
H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
H361: Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
P Statements:
P201: Obtain special instructions before use.
P261: Avoid breathing dust, fumes, gas, mist, vapours, spray. [As modified by IV ATP].
P264: Wash thoroughly after handling.
P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P302+P352+P312: IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
P304+P340+P312: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
Hazard Info:
Harmful in contact with skin. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Suspected of damaging fertility. Suspected of damaging the unborn child.
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| Specifications |
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| Appearance (Clarity) |
Clear |
| Appearance (Colour) |
Colourless |
| Appearance (Form) |
Liquid |
| Assay (GC) |
min. 99% |
| Density (g/ml) @ 20°C |
0.830-0.833 |
| Refractive Index (20°C) |
1.431-1.432 |
| Boiling Range |
181-185°C |
| Water (KF) |
max. 0.2% |
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2-Ethyl-1-hexanol, 99%
MDL
MFCD00004746
EINECS
203-234-3
Chemical Properties
Formula: C8H18O
Formula Weight: 130.23
Melting point: -76°
Boiling Point: 183-186°
Flash Point: 77°(171°F)
Density: 0.833
Refractive Index: 1.4310
Storage & Sensitivity: Ambient temperatures.
Solubility: Miscible with common organic solvents. Immiscible with water.
Applications
2-Ethyl-1-hexanol is used as a flavor, fragrance and plasticizer. It is used to prepare diesters bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate. It reacts with nitric acid and used as an octane booster. Its ester, 2-ethylhexyl ester is a component of sunscreen octocrylene. Further, it is used as a low volatility solvent for resins, animal fats, waxes, vegetable oils and petroleum derivatives. In addition to this, it is used in plasticizer, dioctyl phthalate, which is used in the production of polyvinyl chloride products.
Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, alkalies, strong bases and strong acids.
GHS Hazard and Precautionary Statements
Hazard Statements: H227-H315-H319-H332-H335
Combustible liquid. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. Harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary Statements: P210-P261-P264b-P271-P280-P302+P352-P304+P340-P305+P351+P338-P312-P362+P364-P403+P233-P501c
Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. – No smoking. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. And wash it before reuse. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant
Other References
Merck: 14,3808
Beilstein: 1719280
Harmonized Tariff Code: 2905.16
TSCA: Yes
PROPERTIES
expl. lim.
0.88 %, 104 °F
9.7 %, 113 °F
solubility
water: soluble g/L at 20 °C
density
0.833 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
InChI
1S/C8H18O/c1-3-5-6-8(4-2)7-9/h8-9H,3-7H2,1-2H3
InChI key
YIWUKEYIRIRTPP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
