2-ETHYL HEXANOL - UPI Chem

Appearance

Clear liquid with characteristic odor.

Function

ÿIt is produced on a massive scale for use in numerous applications such as solvents, flavors, and fragrances and especially as a precursor for production of other chemicals such as emollients and plasticizers. It is encountered in natural plant fragrances, and the odor has been reported as "heavy, earthy, and slightly floral" for the Renantiomer and "a light, sweet floral fragrance" for the Senantiomer.

Synonyms

2-Ethyl Hexanol, Ethylhexyl Alcohol, 2-Ethyl-hexanol-1;Ethylhexyl alcohol;2-EH;Aerofroth 88;Octyl alcohol;Surfynol 104A;Hexanol, 2-ethyl-;Ethyl-1-hexanol,2-;Hexan-1-ol, 2-ethyl, Ethylhexanol;2-Ethyl-1-hexanol;2-Ethylhexan-1-ol

Storage

Store in a tightly cosed containers in a cool, dry, well ventilated area away from sources of heat and incompatible substances

Packages

1 lb. Bulk

Industry

Cosmetics

Product Class

Solvents
flavors
emollients
plasticizers

Other

Origin: Synthetic
Shelf life: 5 Years from mfg. date
Freight Classification: NMFC 43940 S 2 CL 85
Kosher Status: Not Kosher
Flash Point: 73o C
Melting Point: -76ÿøC (-105ÿøF; 197ÿK)
API: NO
Allergen: NO
Hazmat: YES
Molecular Weight: 270.45 g/mol