Chemicals
2-Ethylhexanol (2-EH)
Plasticiser alcohol and chemical intermediate for DOP and DOTP production.
Also known as: 2-EH · Isooctanol · 2-Ethyl-1-hexanol · Octyl alcohol
CAS number
104-76-7
Formula
C₈H₁₈O
HS code
2905.16
Appearance
Clear, colourless liquid
2-Ethylhexanol (2-EH) — Typical specification
| Property | Typical value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purity | ≥ 99.6 | % (w/w) | Gas chromatography |
| Molecular weight | 130.23 | g/mol | — |
| Water content | ≤ 0.10 | % | ASTM E203 |
| Acidity | ≤ 0.01 | % as acetic acid | ASTM D1613 |
| Colour | ≤ 10 | APHA | ASTM D1209 |
| Density | 0.832–0.834 | g/cm³ @20°C | ASTM D4052 |
| Boiling point | 184–186 | °C | — |
| Flash point | ≈ 81 | °C closed cup | — |
| Freezing point | ≈ −76 | °C | — |
| Refractive index | 1.4300–1.4320 | n²⁰D | — |
Values shown are typical and indicative only. Actual figures vary by grade and producer — a batch-specific certificate of analysis is issued with every shipment and should be used for design and compliance purposes.
2-Ethylhexanol (2-EH) — Packaging & supply
- 170 kg steel drum
- 1,000 kg IBC tote
- Flexitank
- ISO tank
Packaging, in three dimensions
The supply units we quote this product in. Each is drawn to fill the frame, with its real dimensions shown underneath — switch between them to see what a quantity actually arrives as.
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Every drum weight we quote — 170, 200, 250 and 270 kg — ships in the same 200 litre steel drum. The difference is density, not size.
Molecular structure
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Heavy atoms and bonding are shown. Hydrogen positions are omitted rather than approximated, as in a skeletal formula.
2-Ethylhexanol (2-EH) — Applications
- DOP plasticiser production
- DOTP plasticiser production
- Plasticiser intermediates
- Coating solvent
- 2-EH acrylate production
Industries served
Storage & handling
Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. Keep away from oxidising agents. Ground containers during transfer.
Documentation
Technical and safety documentation is issued on request, and always before order confirmation.
Technical Data Sheet (TDS)
Full specification and typical properties
Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
Handling, transport and hazard information
Certificate of Analysis (COA)
Issued per production batch on shipment
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