2-Ethylhexanoic Acid
ALTERNATIVE NAMES
2-EHA
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
CAS
149-57-5
EC
205-743-6
Food Code
E422
2-Ethylhexanoic acid is a colorless light yellow liquid with formula C8H16O2 and molecular weight 144.21 g/mol. Density 0.903 g/cm³, boiling point 228°C, melting point -83°C, flash point 118°C; slightly soluble in water (2 g/L), miscible with organics; mild odor, used in esters production.
2-Ethylhexanoic Acid
Used in paint driers as metal salts; lubricants as additives; plastics as plasticizers; pharmaceuticals as intermediates; cosmetics for emollients; in chemical synthesis.
Corrosive to skin/eyes; reproductive toxin. Combustible; avoid oxidizers. Stable; use PPE, ventilate; monitor for developmental effects.
Packaged in 190kg iron drums or IBC totes; store in ventilated areas per ChemicalBook specs.
