2-Ethylhexanol (2-EH) 500ml Sample

2-Ethylhexanol (2-EH) is a colorless, clear, fatty alcohol with a mild odor. It is an important industrial chemical mainly used as a raw material for the production of plasticizers, especially DOP (Dioctyl Phthalate) and other esters.

Key Properties:

• Chemical formula: C₈H₁₈O

• Molecular weight: 130.23 g/mol

• Boiling point: ~184 °C

• Slightly soluble in water, miscible with most organic solvents

Main Applications:

• Plasticizers: Primary use in phthalates, adipates, and trimellitates for flexible PVC products (cables, films, flooring, synthetic leather).

• Coatings & Paints: Used in esters for surface coatings and inks.

• Lubricants: Intermediate for synthetic lubricants.

• Other Chemicals: Raw material for surfactants, herbicides, and adhesives.

Advantages:

• Excellent compatibility with PVC and other polymers

• Provides flexibility, durability, and resistance to oil and chemicals in end products