2-Ethylhexanoic acid, 99%

CAS: 149-57-5

Ref. 02-A12644

Product Information

• Name: 2-Ethylhexanoic acid, 99%
• Synonyms: 2-ethylhexanoic acid tridecyl ethylhexanoate, (.+-.)-2-Ethylhexanoic acid, 2-Aethylcapronsaeure, 2-Butylbutanoic acid, 2-Ethyl hexanoic acid, 2-Ethyl-1-hexanoic acid, 2-Ethylcaproic acid, 2-Ethylhexanoic Acid (Eha), 2-Ethylhexansaure, 2-Ethylhexoic acid, 3-Heptanecarboxylic acid, Acide 2-ethylhexanoique, Acido 2-Etilhexanoico, Butylethylacetic acid, Caproic acid, α-ethyl-, Ethyl Hexanoic Acid, 2-, Ethylhexanoic acid, Nsc 8881, Octylic acid, α-Ethylcaproic acid, α-Ethylhexanoic acid

Description

2-Ethylhexanoic acid is used in the preparation of metal derivatives, which act as a catalyst in polymerization reactions. For example, tin 2-ethylhexanoate is used in the manufacturing of poly(lactic-co-glycolic acid). It is also used as a stabilizer for polyvinyl chlorides. It is also involved in solvent extraction and dye granulation. Further, it is used to prepare plasticizers, lubricants, detergents, flotation aids, corrosion inhibitors and alkyd resins. In addition to this, it serves as a catalyst for polyurethane foaming. This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

• Brand: Alfa Aesar By Thermo Fisher Scientific

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 144.21
• Formula: C₈H₁₆O₂
• Purity: 99%
• Color/Form: Liquid, Clear colorless to pale yellow
• InChI key: OBETXYAYXDNJHR-UHFFFAOYNA-N