2-Ethyl-1-Hexanol

CAS NO. 104-76-7

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Parameter	Specification
Product Name	2-Ethyl-1-Hexanol (Isooctanol)
CAS Number	104-76-7
Molecular Formula	C₈H₁₈O
Molecular Weight	130.23 g/mol
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Purity (%)	≥99.75%
Water Content	≤0.10%
Density (20°C)	0.831-0.833 g/cm³
Boiling Point	183-186°C
Melting Point	-76°C
Color (Pt-Co)	≤10 Hazen
Acidity (as Acetic Acid)	≤0.01%
Carbonyl Compounds	≤0.05% (as 2-ethylhexanal)
Sulfuric Acid Color Test	≤25 Hazen
2-Ethyl-4-methylpentanol	≤0.19%
Vapor Pressure (20°C)	0.3 hPa

✓ Meets international quality standards (GB/T 6818, GB/T 2013, GB/T 3143) for industrial applications with exceptional plasticizer intermediate properties

2-Ethylhexanol: Key Industrial Applications in the US Market

2-Ethylhexanol is a versatile industrial alcohol that serves as a crucial building block for many everyday products. With over 2.5 million tons produced annually worldwide, it's the backbone of industries from automotive to construction. This chemical transforms into essential products like plasticizers, coatings, and specialty chemicals that make modern life possible.

• Plasticizer Manufacturing

The primary use of 2-EH is creating plasticizers that make rigid plastics flexible and durable. These additives are essential for making PVC products soft, bendable, and long-lasting.

Productos finales: Medical tubing, automotive interiors, flooring, cables, toys, shower curtains, garden hoses

• Automotive Industry Solutions

The automotive sector relies heavily on 2-EH for high-performance coatings and fuel additives. It helps create durable finishes and improves fuel efficiency in diesel engines.

Productos finales: Car paint, protective coatings, seat materials, dashboard components, diesel fuel additives, lubricants

• Construction & Building Materials

Construction companies depend on 2-EH derivatives for weather-resistant coatings, flexible building materials, and strong adhesives that withstand extreme conditions.

Productos finales: Architectural paints, vinyl flooring, roofing membranes, electrical cables, construction adhesives, sealants

• Paints & Coatings Industry

Paint manufacturers use 2-EH to improve coating performance, enhance gloss, and ensure smooth application. It's the secret ingredient that makes paints flow better and last longer.

Productos finales: Industrial paints, marine coatings, wood finishes, automotive refinish, architectural coatings, specialty primers

• Chemical Processing & Intermediates

Chemical companies use 2-EH as a building block to create other valuable chemicals. It's like a Swiss Army knife in chemical manufacturing - one raw material, many possibilities.

Productos finales: Surfactants, detergents, acrylate monomers, epoxy diluents, specialty solvents, cleaning agents

• Oil & Gas Operations

Energy companies rely on 2-EH for extraction processes and fuel enhancement. It helps drilling operations run smoothly and makes diesel fuel burn cleaner and more efficiently.

Productos finales: Drilling fluids, hydraulic oils, cetane improvers, production chemicals, extraction solvents

Why Chemical Companies Choose 2-Ethylhexanol: Proven reliability, consistent quality, established supply chains, versatile applications, growing market demand, and regulatory compliance.