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2-Ethylhexanoic Acid
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2-Ethylhexanoic Acid

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2-Ethylhexanoic Acid Specification

  • Shelf Life
  • Typically 2 years in proper storage conditions
  • Storage
  • Store in a cool dry and well-ventilated area away from heat sources flames and incompatible materials
  • Properties
  • Organic carboxylic acid with moderate volatility slightly corrosive
  • Taste
  • Sour or acidic
  • Grade
  • Industrial grade
  • Refractive Rate
  • 1.429 at 20C
  • CAS No
  • 149-57-5
  • Physical Form
  • Liquid
  • Poisonous
  • Yes toxic when ingested or inhaled in large quantities
  • Shape
  • Not applicable (liquid form)
  • Ph Level
  • 2.5-3 (approximate depending on concentration)
  • Application
  • Used in the production of metal carboxylates (metal-containing compounds used as catalysts coatings and driers) plasticizers and lubricants
  • Structural Formula
  • CH3(CH2)3CH(C2H5)COOH
  • Solubility
  • Slightly soluble in water highly soluble in organic solvents
  • Melting Point
  • -59C
  • EINECS No
  • 205-743-6
  • Appearance
  • Clear colorless to pale yellow liquid
  • Ingredients
  • 2-Ethylhexanoic acid (pure)
  • Usage
  • Primarily for industrial purposes including paints coatings and chemical synthesis
  • Density
  • 0.903 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)
  • Molecular Weight
  • 144.21 g/mol
  • Molecular Formula
  • C8H16O2
  • Smell
  • Mild or slightly unpleasant odor
  • HS Code
  • 291590
  • Purity
  • Typically 99%
 
 

About 2-Ethylhexanoic Acid



2-Ethylhexanoic Acid is a clear colorless to pale yellow liquid with a mild or slightly unpleasant odor. It is an organic carboxylic acid primarily used in the production of metal carboxylates, plasticizers, and lubricants in industrial applications like paints, coatings, and chemical synthesis. With a purity of typically 99%, this slightly corrosive acid has a molecular weight of 144.21 g/mol and a pH level of 2.5-3. It is toxic when ingested or inhaled in large quantities and should be stored in a cool, dry area away from heat sources.

FAQs of 2-Ethylhexanoic Acid:


Q: What is the storage recommendation for 2-Ethylhexanoic Acid?

A: It is advised to store 2-Ethylhexanoic Acid in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from heat sources and flames.

Q: What are the primary industrial applications of 2-Ethylhexanoic Acid?

A: 2-Ethylhexanoic Acid is primarily used in industrial applications such as paints, coatings, and chemical synthesis.

Q: Is 2-Ethylhexanoic Acid soluble in water?

A: 2-Ethylhexanoic Acid is slightly soluble in water but highly soluble in organic solvents.

Q: What is the shelf life of 2-Ethylhexanoic Acid?

A: The typical shelf life of 2-Ethylhexanoic Acid is 2 years when stored under proper conditions.

Q: Is 2-Ethylhexanoic Acid safe for consumption?

A: No, 2-Ethylhexanoic Acid is poisonous and toxic when ingested or inhaled in large quantities.

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