2-ETHYL HEXANOL
2-Ethyl Hexanol appears as a dark brown liquid with an aromatic odor.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is a primary alcohol that is hexan-1-ol substituted by an ethyl group at position 2.
2-Ethyl Hexanol has a role as a volatile oil component and a plant metabolite.
CAS Number: 104-76-7
EC Number: 203-234-3
Molecular Formula: C8H18O / CH3(CH2)3CH(CH2CH3)CH2OH
Molar Mass: 130.23 g/mol
Synonyms: 2-Ethylhexan-1-ol, 2-Ethylhexanol, 104-76-7, 2-ETHYL-1-HEXANOL, 2-Ethylhexyl alcohol, 1-Hexanol, 2-ethyl-, Ethylhexanol, 2-ETHYL HEXANOL, Alcohol, 2-ethylhexyl, FEMA No. 3151, xi-2-Ethyl-1-hexanol, 2-Aethylhexanol, Ethylhexanol, 2-, CCRIS 2292, HSDB 1118, NSC 9300, EINECS 203-234-3, UNII-XZV7TAA77P, XZV7TAA77P, BRN 1719280, AI3-00940, DTXSID5020605, CHEBI:16011, NSC-9300, EC 203-234-3, 4-01-00-01783 (Beilstein Handbook Reference), DTXCID10605, 2-Ethyl-hexan-1-ol, CAS-104-76-7, 2-ethyhexanol, 2-etilhexanol, 2-ethyl-hexanol, thyl-2 hexanol, Guerbet C8, 2-ethyl1-hexanol, 2-ethylhexylalcohol, 2-etil-1-hexanol, Exxal 8N, 2-ethyl 1-hexanol, MFCD00004746, Conol 10WS, 2-ethyl hexyl alcohol, 1-hexanol, 2-etil-, alcohol de 2-etilhexilo, Ethyl-1-hexanol, 2-, 2-etil-1-hexil alcohol, 2-ethyl-1-hexyl alcohol, (+/-)-2-ethylhexanol, (+-)-2-etil-1-hexanol, SCHEMBL16324, (+-)-2-Ethyl-1-hexanol, MLS002415694, CHEMBL31637, 2 - ethylhexan - 1 - ol, 2-ETHYLHEXANOL [INCI], Alcohols,c7-9-iso-,c8-rich, 2-ETHYL HEXANOL [FCC], 2-Ethyl-1-hexanol, >=99%, FEMA 3151, NSC9300, 2-ETHYL-1-HEXANOL [MI], HMS2268N10, WLN: Q1Y4 & 2, 2-ETHYL-1-HEXANOL [FHFI], 2-ETHYL-1-HEXANOL [HSDB], AMY11009, 2-Ethyl-1-hexanol, >=99.6%, EINECS 295-250-2, Tox21_202071, Tox21_300019, LMFA05000703, LS-380, STL453673, 2-Ethyl-1-hexanol, >=99%, FG, 2-ETHYLHEXAN-1-OL [USP-RS], AKOS000120105, AKOS016843836, (+/-)-2-ETHYL-1-HEXANOL-, 2-Ethyl-1-hexanol, analytical standard, NCGC00091294-01, NCGC00091294-02, NCGC00091294-03, NCGC00254215-01, NCGC00259620-01, SMR000112222, CS-0016002, E0122, FT-0612231, FT-0627437, EN300-19353, C02498, D72516, 2-Ethyl-1-hexanol, puriss., >=99.0% (GC), 2-Ethyl-1-hexanol, SAJ first grade, >=99.0%, Q209388, W-109057, 91994-92-2, 2-Ethylhexan-1-ol, isooctyl alcohol, 2-ethylhexanol, 2-Ethyl-1-hexanol, 2-Ethylhexan-1-ol, 2-Ethylhexanol, Ethylhexanol, 2-Ethylhexyl alcohol, 2-Ethyl-hexanol-1, Ethylhexyl alcohol, 2-EH, Hexanol, 2-ethyl-, Hexan-1-ol, 2-ethyl, NSC 9300, 2-Ethyl-1-hexyl alcohol, Ethyl-1-hexanol,2-, Octyl alcohol (Related), 2-EH (=2-ethyl hexanol), 2-EH alcohol, 2-ethyl 2-hexan-1-ol, 2-ethyl hexyl alcohol, ethylhexanol, EXXAL 8, 1-hexanol, 2-ethyl-, 2-EH (=2-ethyl hexanol), 2-EH alcohol, 2-ethyl 2-hexan-1-ol, 2-ethyl hexanol, 2-ethyl hexyl alcohol, 2-ethylhexan-1-ol, 2-ethylhexanol, alcohol C8, corexit 8814, ethylhexanol, EXXAL 8, FORMULA No 91270, isooctanol (=2-ethyl-1-hexanol), isooctyl alcohol (=2-ethyl-1-hexanol), octyl alcohol (=2-ethyl-1-hexanol), octyl alcohol(2-EH)(=2-ethyl-1-hexanol), C8-H18-O, CH3(CH2)3CHC2H5CH2OH, 2-ethyl hexanol; ethylhexanol, 2-ethyl hexylalcohol, 2-ethyl hexyl alcohol, 2-ethyl-1-hexanol, 1-hexanol, 2-ethyl, octyl alcohol, iso-octyl alcohol, 2-EH, isooctanol, iso-octanol, alcohols C7-9-iso, C8 rich (CAS RN: 68526-83-0), alcohols C8-10-iso, C9, rich (CAS RN: 68526-84-1), 1-Hexanol, 2-ethyl-, 2-Ethyl-1-hexanol, 2-Ethylhexyl alcohol, Alcohol, 2-ethylhexyl, Ethylhexanol, Octyl alcohol, 2-Ethyl Hexanol, Ethylhexyl Alcohol, 2-Ethyl-hexanol-1, Ethylhexyl alcohol, 2-EH, Aerofroth 88, Octyl alcohol, Surfynol 104A, Hexanol, 2-ethyl-, Ethyl-1-hexanol,2-, Hexan-1-ol, 2-ethyl, Ethylhexanol, 2-Ethyl-1-hexanol, 2-Ethylhexan-1-ol, Alcohol c8, 1-ethyl-n-amylcarbinol, 2-ethylhexyl alcohol, 2-ethyl-1-hexanol, 2EH, isooctanol, octyl alcohol, ethyl-1-hexanol, 2-, FEMA 3151
2-Ethyl Hexanol is miscible with common organic solvents.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is immiscible with water.
2-Ethyl Hexanol's ester, 2-ethylhexyl ester is a component of sunscreen octocrylene.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, alkalies, strong bases and strong acids.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is a clear liquid with characteristic odor.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is a clear solvent made up of 2-Ethyl-1-hexanol, 2-Ethylhexyl Alcohol, Isooctanol, and Octyl Alcohol.
2-Ethyl Hexanol has a high boiling point and a characteristic odour.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is miscible with most organic solvents but has only limited miscibility in water.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is a low-volatility solvent which will readily form esters with a broad range of acids.
2-Ethyl Hexanol’s key advantages are that it is a non-HAP (Hazardous Air Pollutant) solvent, and gives enhanced flow and gloss in baking finishes.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is insoluble in water and less dense than water.
The flash point of 2-Ethyl Hexanol is between 140 - 175 °F.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is a natural product found in Vitis rotundifolia, Lonicera japonica, and other organisms with data available.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is a metabolite found in or produced by Saccharomyces cerevisiae.
2-Ethyl Hexanol (abbreviated 2-EH) is an organic compound with formula C8H18O.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is a branched, eight-carbon chiral alcohol.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is a colorless liquid that is poorly soluble in water but soluble in most organic solvents.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is produced on a large scale (>2,000,000,000 kg/y) for use in numerous applications such as solvents, flavors, and fragrances and especially as a precursor for production of other chemicals such as emollients and plasticizers.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is encountered in plants, fruits, and wines.
The odor has been reported as "heavy, earthy, and slightly floral" for the R enantiomer and "a light, sweet floral fragrance" for the S enantiomer.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is an eight-carbon branched chain oxo alcohol having a high boiling point and slow evaporation rate.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is a versatile solvent featuring excellent reactivity as a chemical intermediate.
2-Ethyl Hexanol serves as a chain terminator in synthesizing condensation polymers and as an intermediate for plasticizers.
2-Ethyl Hexanol has low volatility and enhances the flow and gloss of baking enamels.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is registered under the REACH Regulation and is manufactured in and / or imported to the European Economic Area, at ≥ 100 000 to < 1 000 000 tonnes per annum.
2-Ethyl Hexanolis an 8-carbon higher alcohol species.
2-Ethyl Hexanol, also called octanol, is an 8-carbon higher alcohol species.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is hardly soluble in water, but is soluble in almost all organic solvents.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is a dark brown liquid with an aromatic odor. Insoluble in water and less dense than water.
2-Ethyl Hexanol has one primary hydroxyl group.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is a colorless liquid.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is an eight-carbon branched chain oxo alcohol having a high boiling point and slow evaporation rate.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is a versatile solvent featuring excellent reactivity as a chemical intermediate.
2-Ethyl Hexanol serves as a chain terminator in synthesizing condensation polymers and as an intermediate for plasticizers.
2-Ethyl Hexanol has low volatility and enhances the flow and gloss of baking enamels.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is a clear, uniform, nontoxic liquid with a characteristic odor, insoluble in water, soluble in organic solvent.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is obtained indirectly in OXO synthesis from propylene and synthesis gas.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is a high production chemical that is widely used yet
lacks a complete toxicological database.
2-Ethyl Hexanol can be emitted from carpets and some plastics.
Occupational or non-occupational standards do not exist for this constituent.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is a fatty alcohol, an organic compound is a branched, eight-carbon chiral alcohol.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is a colorless liquid that is poorly soluble in water but soluble in most organic solvents.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is produced on a massive scale for use in numerous applications such as solvents, flavors, and fragrances and especially as a precursor for production of other chemicals such as emollients and plasticizers.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is encountered in natural plant fragrances, and the odor has been reported as “heavy, earthy, and slightly floral” for the R enantiomer and “a light, sweet floral fragrance” for the S enantiomer.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is a clear, high-boiling point and low volatility solvent with a characteristic odor.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is miscible with most organic solvents but has very limited miscibility with water.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is a clear high-boiling point and low volatility solvent, uniform, nontoxic liquid with a characteristic odor, insoluble in water, soluble in organic solvent.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is obtained indirectly in OXO synthesis from propylene (C3H6) and synthesis gas (CO + H2)
Solubility of 2-Ethyl Hexanol is less than 1 mg/mL at 64° F ;0.01 M; In water, 880 mg/L at 25 °C.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is miscible with most organic solvents.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is soluble in about 720 parts water, in many organic solvents.
2-Ethyl Hexanol's solubility in water, g/100ml at 20 °C is 0.11 (poor).
2-Ethyl Hexanol is a dark brown liquid with an aromatic odor.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is insoluble in water and less dense than water.
2-Ethyl 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, 2-Ethyl Hexanol is considered to be a fatty alcohol lipid molecule.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is practically insoluble (in water) and an extremely weak acidic compound (based on its pKa).
2-Ethyl 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 2-Ethyl Hexanol a potential biomarker for the consumption of these food products.
2-Ethyl Hexanol can be found primarily in feces and saliva.
2-Ethyl Hexanol exists in all eukaryotes, ranging from yeast to humans.
2-Ethyl Hexanol belongs to the class of organic compounds known as fatty alcohols.
These are aliphatic alcohols consisting of a chain of a least six carbon atoms.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is a combustible liquid above 60°C.
2-Ethyl Hexanol acts as a non-HAP and low volatility oxygenated solvent having a high boiling point.
2-Ethyl Hexanol enhances flow and gloss in baking finishes.
2-Ethyl Hexanol shows miscibility with most organic solvents but limited miscibility with water.
2-Ethyl Hexanol readily forms esters with various acids.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is a colorless liquid with a characteristic odor and is slightly soluble in water.
However, 2-Ethyl Hexanol dissolves well in most other organic solvents.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is also referred to as octanol.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is a solvent with a low volatility.
Uses of 2-Ethyl Hexanol:
2-Ethyl Hexanol is used by consumers, in articles, by professional workers (widespread uses), in formulation or re-packing, at industrial sites and in manufacturing.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is used in the following products: fuels, biocides (e.g. disinfectants, pest control products) and lubricants and greases.
Other release to the environment of 2-Ethyl Hexanol is likely to occur from: outdoor use as processing aid, indoor use (e.g. machine wash liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints and coating or adhesives, fragrances and air fresheners), indoor use in close systems with minimal release (e.g. cooling liquids in refrigerators, oil-based electric heaters) and outdoor use in close systems with minimal release (e.g. hydraulic liquids in automotive suspension, lubricants in motor oil and break fluids).
Other release to the environment of 2-Ethyl Hexanol is likely to occur from: outdoor use as processing aid, outdoor use in close systems with minimal release (e.g. hydraulic liquids in automotive suspension, lubricants in motor oil and break fluids), indoor use (e.g. machine wash liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints and coating or adhesives, fragrances and air fresheners) and indoor use in close systems with minimal release (e.g. cooling liquids in refrigerators, oil-based electric heaters).
Release to the environment of 2-Ethyl Hexanol can occur from industrial use: industrial abrasion processing with low release rate (e.g. cutting of textile, cutting, machining or grinding of metal).
2-Ethyl Hexanol is used in the following products: coating products, lubricants and greases, fillers, putties, plasters, modelling clay, hydraulic fluids, fuels, biocides (e.g. disinfectants, pest control products) and washing & cleaning products.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is used in the following areas: agriculture, forestry and fishing, printing and recorded media reproduction, health services and scientific research and development.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is used for the manufacture of: chemicals.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is used in the following products: coating products, inks and toners, fillers, putties, plasters, modelling clay, lubricants and greases and plant protection products.
2-Ethyl Hexanol has an industrial use resulting in manufacture of another substance (use of intermediates).
Release to the environment of 2-Ethyl Hexanol can occur from industrial use: formulation of mixtures, in processing aids at industrial sites and manufacturing of the substance.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is used in the following products: coating products, lubricants and greases, fillers, putties, plasters, modelling clay and hydraulic fluids.
2-Ethyl Hexanol has an industrial use resulting in manufacture of another substance (use of intermediates).
2-Ethyl Hexanol is used in the following areas: mining.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is used for the manufacture of: chemicals.
Release to the environment of 2-Ethyl Hexanol can occur from industrial use: in processing aids at industrial sites, of substances in closed systems with minimal release, as an intermediate step in further manufacturing of another substance (use of intermediates) and formulation of mixtures.
Release to the environment of 2-Ethyl Hexanol can occur from industrial use: manufacturing of the substance, formulation of mixtures, in processing aids at industrial sites and as an intermediate step in further manufacturing of another substance (use of intermediates).
2-Ethyl Hexanol is used as a flavor, fragrance and plasticizer.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is used to prepare diesters bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate.
2-Ethyl Hexanol reacts with nitric acid and used as an octane booster.
Further, 2-Ethyl Hexanol is used as a low volatility solvent for resins, animal fats, waxes, vegetable oils and petroleum derivatives.
In addition to this, 2-Ethyl Hexanol is used in plasticizer, dioctyl phthalate, which is used in the production of polyvinyl chloride products.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is utilized in the manufacture of: Soap detergents, Protective coats, Lubricants, Herbicides, and Paints.
2-Ethyl Hexanol’s also used in processing other solvents, as a food additive.
2-Ethyl Hexanol can be used as a Plating agent and surface treating agent, Adhesive and sealant, Corrosion inhibitor and anti-scaling agent, Intermediate industrial fuel, and General industrial coating.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is also commonly used as a low volatility solvent.
2-Ethyl hexanol can also be used as a cetane improver when reacted with nitric acid.
2-Ethyl Hexanol also used to react with epichlorohydrin and sodium hydroxide to produce 2-Ethylhexyl glycidyl ether which is then used as an epoxy reactive diluent in various coatings, adhesives and sealants applications.
2-Ethyl Hexanol can be used in the development of photos, production of rubber and extraction of oil and gas.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is also used as dispersing agent for pigment pastes.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is used to make the vinyl chloride plasticizer, bis(2-ethyl hexyl) phthalate.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is also used to make 2-ethyl hexyl acrylate for adhesives and paints.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is also used as dispersing agent for pigment pastes.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is widely used in the production of dioctyl phthalate (vinyl applications), acrylates, 2-ethylhexyl nitrate, lubrication oil additives, mining chemicals, special plasticizers, herbicides and ester oils (non-vinyl application areas).
2-Ethyl Hexanol is used for synthesis.
2-Ethyl Hexanol has very low-level impurities and may be used as a raw material for a wide variety of chemicals.
2-Ethyl 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 2-Ethyl Hexanol can dissolve many organic materials well, 2-ethyl hexanol is widely used as a low-volatility solvent.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is used 4-d, Adhesives/sealants-B&C, Ag chem solvents, Agriculture intermediates, Architectural coatings, Auto OE, Auto refinish, Automotive parts & accessories, Building materials, Construction chemicals, Diesel imed, and Equipment & machinery.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is used Gasoline intermediates, General industrial coatings, Graphic arts, Herbicides - intermediate for 2, Herbicides - intermediate for other Industrial fuel imeds, Lubricants, Marine, Paints & coatings, and Pipe non-food contact.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is used Plasticizer, Process solvents, Protective coatings, Soap/detergents, Wetting agent, Wood coatings
2-Ethyl Hexanol is used for in numerous application such as fragrances, flavours and solvents.
Most commonly 2-Ethyl Hexanol is used in the production of other chemicals.
Almost all 2-Ethyl Hexanol manufactured is used as a precursor for the synthesis of the diester bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), a plasticizer.
Because 2-Ethyl Hexanol is a fatty alcohol, 2-Ethyl Hexanol esters tend to have emollient properties.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is used Stabilizers, Plasticizers, Coatings additives, Lubricants, Pharmaceuticals, Pesticides, Perfumes, Food additives, Preservatives, and Chemical intermediates.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is also commonly used as a low volatility solvent.
2-Ethyl Hexanol can also be used as an octane booster when reacted with nitric acid.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is used in coatings.
2-Ethyl Hexanol, or isooctanol, is a fatty alcohol, an organic compound used in the manufacture of a variety of products.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is a branched, eight-carbon alcohol.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is a clear, colorless liquid that is nearly insoluble in water, but well soluble in most organic solvents.
2-Ethyl Hexanol can be readily converted into esters that have a variety of uses.
The primary use of 2-Ethyl Hexanol is in the manufacture of the diester bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), a plasticizer.
Because it is a fatty alcohol, esters of 2-Ethyl Hexanol tend to have emollient properties.
For example, the sunscreen octocrylene contains a 2-ethylhexyl ester for this purpose.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is primarily used in the production of plasticizers and also of 2-ethyl hexylacrylate, a monomer which is used to modify acrylic and methacrylic polyesters, as a diesel additive and in lubrication oil.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is also used in the manufacture of low-volatility esters such as dioctylphthalate, in ethoxylates, coatings and herbicides, as a solvent for resins, animal fats, vegetable oil, wax and petroleum derivatives and in extractant production for heavy metal mining.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is also used in inks, rubber, paper, lubricants, photography, and dry cleaning.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is used as a plasticizer, defoaming agent, wetting agent, solvent (nitrocellulose, paints, lacquers, and baking finishes), and textile finishing compound.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is also commonly used as a low volatility solvent.
Industrial Uses:
Industries may use 2-Ethylhexanol in the:
Extraction of oil and gas
Production of cosmetics
Manufacture of plastics and rubber products
Development of photos and film
Making of anti-foam agents used in the textiles and paper industries.
Properties And Applications of 2-Ethyl Hexanol:
The branching in 2-Ethyl Hexanol inhibits crystallization.
Esters of 2-ethylhexanol are similarly affected, which together with low volatility, is the basis of applications in the production of plasticizers and lubricants, where 2-Ethyl Hexanol presence helps reduce viscosity and lower freezing points.
Because 2-ethylhexanol is a fatty alcohol, 2-Ethyl Hexanol esters have emollient properties.
Representative is the diester bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), commonly used in PVC.
The triester tris (2-Ethylhexyl) trimellitate (TOTM) is another common plasticizer produced via the esterification of three 2-ethylhexanol per trimellitic acid.
Typical Properties of 2-Ethyl Hexanol:
The average molecular weight of 2-Ethyl Hexanol is approximately 130.23g/mol.
2-Ethyl Hexanol belongs to a class of organic compounds known as fatty alcohols, and it’s a colorless liquid that is less soluble in water but soluble in most organic solvents.
2-Ethyl Hexanol melts at -76° C and boils between 183-185° C and has an intense and unpleasant taste with a characteristic odor.
2-Ethyl Hexanol reacts violently with oxidants and strong bases while 2-Ethyl Hexanol readily forms esters with various acids.
When heated or burned, 2-Ethyl Hexanol decomposes by emitting acrid smoke and fumes.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is a low-volatile solvent and the heat of combustion of 2-ethylhexanol is -1263.81 kcal/mol at 25° C while the heat of vaporization is about 10.8 kcal/mol at boiling point.
Function of 2-Ethyl Hexanol:
2-Ethyl Hexanol is produced on a massive scale for use in numerous applications such as solvents, flavors, and fragrances and especially as a precursor for production of other chemicals such as emollients and plasticizers.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is encountered in natural plant fragrances, and the odor has been reported as "heavy, earthy, and slightly floral" for the Renantiomer and "a light, sweet floral fragrance" for the Senantiomer.
Benefits of 2-Ethyl Hexanol:
Low molecular weight
Water-soluble
Provide proper balance of desired properties in a formulation.
Key Attributes of 2-Ethyl Hexanol:
Defoaming, wetting, and dispersing characteristics
Excellent reactivity as an intermediate
Improves flow and gloss in baking finishes
Inert - Food use with limitations
Inert - Nonfood use
Inherently biodegradable
Non-HAP
Non-SARA
REACH compliant
Slow evaporation rate
Very low water miscibility
Formula of 2-Ethyl Hexanol:
2-Ethyl Hexanol is an organic compound that derives its name from a primary alcohol known as hexan-o-l with an ethyl group at position 2.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is synonymously known as 2-Ethyl-1-hexanol or xi-2-Ethyl-1-hexanol.
The molecular formula of 2-Ethyl Hexanol is C8H18O and this compound is commonly abbreviated as 2-EH or 2EH.
2-Ethyl Hexanol is naturally found in corns, olive oil, tobacco, tea, blueberries and alcoholic beverages.
Industrial Production of 2-Ethyl Hexanol:
2-Ethyl Hexanol is produced industrially by the aldol condensation of n-butyraldehyde, followed by hydrogenation of the resulting hydroxyaldehyde.
About 2,500,000 tons are prepared in this way annually.
Synthesis of 2-Ethyl Hexanol:
The n-butyraldehyde is made by hydroformylation of propylene, either in a self-contained plant or as the first step in a fully integrated facility.
Most facilities make n-butanol and isobutanol in addition to 2-Ethyl Hexanol.
Alcohols prepared in this way are sometimes referred to as oxo alcohols.
The overall process is very similar to that of the Guerbet reaction, by which 2-Ethyl Hexanol may also be produced.
Nomenclature of 2-Ethyl Hexanol:
Although isooctanol (and the derived isooctyl prefix) is commonly used in industry to refer to 2-Ethyl Hexanol and its derivatives, IUPAC naming conventions dictate that this name is properly applied to another isomer of octanol, 6-methylheptan-1-ol.
Alternative Parents of 2-Ethyl Hexanol:
Primary alcohols
Hydrocarbon derivatives
Substituents of 2-Ethyl Hexanol:
Fatty alcohol
Organic oxygen compound
Hydrocarbon derivative
Primary alcohol
Organooxygen compound
Alcohol
Aliphatic acyclic compound
Handling And Storage of 2-Ethyl Hexanol:
Precautions for safe handling:
Advice on safe handling:
Work under hood.
Advice on protection against fire and explosion:
Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
Hygiene measures:
Immediately change contaminated clothing.
Apply preventive skin protection.
Wash hands and face after working with substance.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
Storage conditions:
Tightly closed.
Stability And Reactivity of 2-Ethyl Hexanol:
Chemical stability:
2-Ethyl Hexanol is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).
First Aid Measures of 2-Ethyl Hexanol:
General advice:
Show this material safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
If inhaled:
After inhalation:
Fresh air.
In case of skin contact:
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
Rinse skin with water/ shower.
In case of eye contact:
After eye contact:
Rinse out with plenty of water.
Call in ophthalmologist.
Remove contact lenses.
If swallowed:
After swallowing:
Immediately make victim drink water (two glasses at most).
Consult a physician.
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed:
No data available
Fire Fighting Measures of 2-Ethyl Hexanol:
Suitable extinguishing media:
Carbon dioxide (CO2)
Foam
Dry powder
Unsuitable extinguishing media:
For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.
Further information:
Remove container from danger zone and cool with water.
Prevent fire extinguishing water from contaminating surface water or the ground water system.
Accidental Release Measures of 2-Ethyl Hexanol:
Environmental precautions:
Do not let product enter drains.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up:
Cover drains.
Collect, bind, and pump off spills.
Observe possible material restrictions
Take up with liquid-absorbent material.
Dispose of properly.
Clean up affected area.
Exposure Controls/Personal Protection of 2-Ethyl Hexanol:
Personal protective equipment:
Eye/face protection:
Use equipment for eye protection.
Safety glasses
Skin protection:
Full contact:
Material: Nitrile rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0,4 mm
Break through time: 480 min
Splash contact:
Material: Nitrile rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm
Break through time: 30 min
Body Protection:
protective clothing
Control of environmental exposure:
Do not let product enter drains.
Identifiers of 2-Ethyl Hexanol:
Storage: Sealed in dry, Room Temperature
Assay: 0.997
EINECS: 203-234-3
Hazard Codes: Xn
HS Code: 2905199090
Log P: 2.19510
MDL: MFCD00004746
PSA: 2.23
Refractive Index: 1.43-1.433
Risk Statements: R21; R36
RTECS: MP0350000
Safety Statements: S26-S36/37/39
Stability: Stable.
Vapor Density: 4.49
Vapor Pressure: 0.2 mm Hg ( 20 °C)
CAS number: 104-76-7
EC number: 203-234-3
Hill Formula: C₈H₁₈O
Chemical formula: CH₃CH₂CH₂CH₂CH(C₂H₅)CH₂OH
Molar Mass: 130.23 g/mol
HS Code: 2905 16 85
Boiling point: 184 °C (1013 hPa)
Density: 0.833 g/cm3 (20 °C)
Explosion limit: 1.1 - 12.7 %(V)
Flash point: 75 °C DIN 51758
Ignition temperature: 270 - 330 °C DIN 51794
Melting Point: -89 °C
pH value: 7 (1 g/l, H₂O, 20 °C)
Vapor pressure: 0.93 hPa (20 °C)
Solubility: 1.1 g/l
Chemical formula: C8H18O
Molar mass: 130.231 g·mol−1
Properties of 2-Ethyl Hexanol:
Molecular Weight: 130.23 g/mol
XLogP3: 3.1
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count: 1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 1
Rotatable Bond Count: 5
Exact Mass: 130.135765193 g/mol
Monoisotopic Mass: 130.135765193 g/mol
Topological Polar Surface Area: 20.2Ų
Heavy Atom Count: 9
Complexity: 52.5
Isotope Atom Count: 0
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count: 0
Undefined Atom Stereocenter Count: 1
Defined Bond Stereocenter Count: 0
Undefined Bond Stereocenter Count: 0
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 1
Compound Is Canonicalized: Yes
Appearance: Colourless liquid
Density: 833 mg mL−1
Melting point: −76 °C (−105 °F; 197 K)
Boiling point: 180 to 186 °C; 356 to 367 °F; 453 to 459 K
log P: 2.721
Vapor pressure: 30 Pa (at 20 °C)
Refractive index (nD): 1.431
Thermochemistry
Heat capacity (C): 317.5J K−1 mol−1
Std molar entropy (S⦵298): 347.0 J K−1 mol−1
Std enthalpy of formation (ΔfH⦵298): −433.67–−432.09 kJ mol−1
Std enthalpy of combustion (ΔcH⦵298): −5.28857–−5.28699 MJ mol−1
Water Solubility: 0.81 g/L
logP: 3.01
logP: 2.5
logS: -2.2
pKa (Strongest Acidic): 17.7
pKa (Strongest Basic): -1.6
Physiological Charge: 0
Hydrogen Acceptor Count: 1
Hydrogen Donor Count: 1
Polar Surface Area: 20.23 Ų
Rotatable Bond Count: 5
Refractivity: 40.41 m³·mol⁻¹
Polarizability: 17.02 ų
Number of Rings: 0
Bioavailability: Yes
Rule of Five: Yes
Ghose Filter: No
Veber's Rule: Yes
MDDR-like Rule: No
Appearance: colorless to pale yellow clear oily liquid (est)
Assay: 96.00 to 100.00
Food Chemicals Codex Listed: No
Specific Gravity: 0.83200 to 0.83500 @ 20.00 °C.
Pounds per Gallon - (est).: 6.931 to 6.956
Refractive Index: 1.42900 to 1.43300 @ 20.00 °C.
Melting Point: -76.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg
Boiling Point: 184.00 to 186.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg
Vapor Pressure: 0.207000 mmHg @ 25.00 °C. (est)
Vapor Density: 4.49 ( Air = 1 )
Flash Point: 171.00 °F. TCC ( 77.22 °C. )
logP (o/w): 2.820 (est)
Soluble in: alcohol
water, 1379 mg/L @ 25 °C (est)
water, 880 mg/L @ 25 °C (exp)
Physical description: A dark brown liquid with an aromatic odor.
Boiling point: 363-365°F
Molecular weight: 130.23
Freezing point/melting point -105°F
Vapor pressure: 0.05 mmHg
Flash point: 178°F
Vapor density: 4.49
Specific gravity: 0.834
Ionization potential
Lower explosive limit (LEL): 0.88%
Upper explosive limit (UEL): 9.7%
NFPA health rating: 2
NFPA fire rating: 2
