2-Ethyl-1-hexanol
Colorless liquid
104-76-7
C8H18O
130.23
203-234-3
77.2°C
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DESCRIPTION
CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS DATE: May 18, 2022 | |||||||
Name | Industrial Octanol (2-Ethylhexanol) | ||||||
Date of Analysis | May 18, 2022 | Product standard | GB/T 6818-2019 | ||||
ANALYSIS RESULT | |||||||
Item | STANDARD | TEST RESULT | |||||
I | II | III | |||||
Chroma (Platinum-cobalt color number), ≤ | 10 | 10 | 15 | 5 | |||
Density (20℃) / (g/cm³) | 0.831 ~ 0.833 | 0.831 ~ 0.834 | 0.831 | ||||
2-Ethylhexanol, w/%, ≥ | 99.6 | 99.3 | 99.0 | 99.81 | |||
Acid content (in acetic acid), w/%, ≤ | 0.01 | 0.02 | 0.0005 | ||||
Monkey-based compounds (2-ethylhexaldehyde), w/%, ≤ | 0.05 | 0.10 | 0.20 | 0.007 | |||
Color test of sulfuric acid (Platinum-cobalt color number), ≤ | 25 | 35 | 50 | 25 | |||
Moisture, w/%, ≤ | 0.10 | 0.20 | 0.020 | ||||
2-ethyl-4-methyl amyl alcohol, w/%, ≤ | 0.40 | - | 0.16 | ||||
Conclusion: I Standard | |||||||
2-ethylhexanol is mainly used in the production of plasticizer. The main products are: dioctyl phthalate (DOP), dioctyl glycolate (DOA), trioctyl triphenyltriate (TOTM), as well as phthalate, azelelic acid, sebacic acid and other binary carboxylic acid ester plasticizer and cold resistant auxiliary plasticizer.
2-ethylhexanol can be used as a defoamer of white latex, but its ability to break bubbles and inhibit bubbles is poor.
When 2-ethylhexanol is used to configure the mixed solvent of nitro spray paint, it can prevent the paint film from turning white.
2-ethylhexanol is also used in the production of surfactants, dispersants, lubricants, emulsifiers, antioxidants, dressing agents, mercerizing agents and petroleum additives.
2-ethylhexanol is a permitted flavoring and is commonly used in baked goods, frozen dairy products and puddings.


2-Ethylhexanol is a branched-chain primary alcohol (C8H18O) produced from butanal hydroformylation, valued for its role in plasticizer esters and as a low-volatility solvent in industrial blends.
It is mainly used in manufacturing plasticizers for PVC, solvents for coatings and inks, lubricants for engines, and additives for diesel fuels, with additional roles in cosmetics and fragrances.
It poses low to moderate toxicity risks, causing skin/eye irritation or respiratory discomfort if mishandled, but is non-carcinogenic and safe when used with proper PPE and ventilation.
Keep in tightly sealed containers at temperatures below 40°C in a dry, well-ventilated space, stabilized with inhibitors to avoid oxidation; shelf life extends up to 24 months under ideal conditions.
Yes, its low volatility aids in low-VOC formulations for green coatings, and recyclable esters support circular economy practices in plastics recycling.
2-Ethylhexanol's branching provides better low-temperature fluidity and crystallization resistance compared to straight-chain n-octanol, making it superior for plasticizers and lubricants.
It biodegrades readily (OECD 301B >60% in 28 days) with low aquatic toxicity (LC50 >100 mg/L), but spills should be contained to prevent soil contamination.
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