Colorless liquid. Miscible with most organic solvents, slightly soluble in water. Combustible. Plasticizer for PVC resins, defoaming agent, wetting agent; organic synthesis; solvent mix for nitrocellulose, paints, lacquers, baking finishes; penetrant for mercerizing cotton; textile finishing compounds; plasticizers; inks; rubber; paper; lubricants.
Molar Weight | 130.231 g/mol |
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Melting Point | -76°C |
Boiling Point | 180-186°C |
Flash Point | 73°C |
Forms | Liquid (clear) |
Synonyms: 2-ethyl-1-hexanol I 2-Ethylhexan-1-ol
Chemical Formula: C8H18O
CAS Number: 104-76-7