2-Ethylhexanol

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.

2-ethyl-1-hexanol I 2-Ethylhexan-1-ol
C8H18O
104-76-7

130.231 g/mol
-76°C
180-186°C
73°C
Liquid (clear)

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