CAS 19766-89-3

Sodium 2-ethylhexanoate

Description:

Sodium 2-ethylhexanoate, with the CAS number 19766-89-3, is a sodium salt of 2-ethylhexanoic acid, a branched-chain fatty acid. This compound typically appears as a white to off-white solid or powder and is soluble in water, making it useful in various applications. It is known for its surfactant properties, which allow it to reduce surface tension in solutions, enhancing its effectiveness in emulsifying and dispersing agents. Sodium 2-ethylhexanoate is often utilized in the production of lubricants, coatings, and as a stabilizer in polymer formulations. Additionally, it can act as a catalyst in certain chemical reactions, particularly in the synthesis of esters and other organic compounds. The substance is generally considered to have low toxicity, but standard safety precautions should be observed when handling it, as with any chemical. Its unique structure and properties make it valuable in both industrial and research settings.

Formula: C₈H₁₆O₂·Na

InChI: InChI=1S/C8H16O2.Na/c1-3-5-6-7(4-2)8(9)10;/h7H,3-6H2,1-2H3,(H,9,10);

InChI key: InChIKey=JRVKWZTUEHWGRW-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(CCCC)(C(O)=O)CC.[Na]

Synonyms:

• 2-Ethylcaproic acid sodium salt
• 2-Ethylhexanoic acid sodium salt
• 2-ethylhexanoate Sodium
• Hexanoic Acid, 2-Ethyl-, Sodium Salt (1:1)
• Hexanoic acid, 2-ethyl-, sodium salt
• Sodium 2-ethylcaproate
• Sodium isocaprylate
• Sodium 2-ethylhexanoate

Sodium 2-Ethylhexanoate

CAS: 19766-89-3

Formula: C₈H₁₅NaO₂

Purity: >98.0%(T)

Color and Shape: White to Almost white powder to crystal

Molecular weight: 166.20

Ref: 3B-S0862

Sodium 2-ethylhexanoate, 97%

CAS: 19766-89-3

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Formula: C₈H₁₅NaO₂

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: White, Crystals or powder or crystalline powder

Molecular weight: 166.20

Ref: 02-B24960

Sodium 2-ethylhexanoate, 60% in water

CAS: 19766-89-3

Sodium 2-ethylhexanoate, 60% in water

Formula: NaOOCCH(C₂H₅)C₄H₉

Color and Shape: colorless liq.

Molecular weight: 166.20

Ref: 08-11-1230

Hexanoic acid, 2-ethyl-, sodium salt (1:1)

CAS: 19766-89-3

Formula: C₈H₁₅NaO₂

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 166.1933

Ref: IN-DA002AYQ

Sodium 2-ethylhexanoate

CAS: 19766-89-3

Sodium 2-ethylhexanoate

Formula: ·C₈H₁₅O₂·Na

Purity: >98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 166.19326

Ref: 54-OR46573

Sodium 2-ethylhexanoate

CAS: 19766-89-3

Sodium 2-ethylhexanoate

Formula: C₈H₁₅NaO₂

Purity: 98%

Molecular weight: 166.19

Ref: IN-DG151306

Sodium 2-ethylhexanoate, min. 97%

CAS: 19766-89-3

Sodium 2-ethylhexanoate, min. 97%

Formula: NaOOCCH(C₂H₅)C₄H₉

Purity: min. 97%

Color and Shape: white pwdr.

Molecular weight: 166.20

Ref: 08-93-1163

Sodium 2-ethylhexanoate

CAS: 19766-89-3

Formula: C₈H₁₅NaO₂

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Solid, Chunks or Crystalline Powder or Powder

Molecular weight: 166.196

Ref: 10-F461222

Sodium 2-Ethylhexanoate

Controlled Product

CAS: 19766-89-3

Applications Sodium 2-Ethylhexanoic Acid is used in biological studies as flavor precursor extraction from different grape varieties and its effect on wine aroma during alcohol fermentation. Sodium 2-Ethylhexanoic Acid is required for complete removal of carbohydrate anomeric acetates using ammonium acetate
References Loscos, N., et al.: J. Agric. Food Chem., 55, 6674 (2007); Advances in Chemical Engineering and Science, 2012, 2, 379-383

Formula: C₈H₁₅NaO₂

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 166.19

Ref: TR-S624080