CAS 104-76-7: 2-Ethylhexanol (C8H18O)
Identity
| CAS Number | 104-76-7 |
| Molecular Formula | C8H18O |
| IUPAC Name | 2-ethylhexan-1-ol |
| Molecular Weight | 130.23 g/mol |
| SMILES | CCCCC(C)CCO |
| Synonyms | 2-ethylhexyl alcohol, 2-EH, isooctyl alcohol |
2D Structure
Physical Properties
| Density | 0.833 g/mL at 25°C |
| Boiling Point | 184.6°C |
| Melting Point | -76.0°C |
| Flash Point | 73.0°C |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.03 kPa at 20°C |
| Refractive Index | nD = 1.431 |
| Dielectric Constant | ε = 4.5 |
Safety & GHS Classification
Irritant
- H315: Causes skin irritation
- H319: Causes serious eye irritation
Storage: Store in tightly sealed containers. Low volatility. Mild odor. Keep away from strong oxidizers.
Material Compatibility Matrix
Plastics
| Material | Rating |
|---|---|
| PTFE | Excellent |
| PVC | Good |
| PE | Good |
| PP | Good |
| PEEK | Excellent |
| PVDF | Good |
Rubbers
| Material | Rating |
|---|---|
| Viton | Fair |
| NBR | Poor |
| EPDM | Good |
| Silicone | Good |
| FKM | Fair |
Metals
| Material | Rating |
|---|---|
| Stainless 316 | Excellent |
| Aluminum | Good |
| Copper | Good |
| Brass | Good |
Applications
- Dioctyl phthalate (DOP) plasticizer production
- 2-Ethylhexyl acrylate production
- Surfactant manufacturing
- Herbicide solvent
- Lubricant additive
- Defoamer
- Coating and paint solvent
External References: PubChem