2-EH (2-Ethyl Hexanol)
Description
2-Ethyl Hexanol (2-EH) is a clear, uniform, non-toxic liquid with a characteristic odor, insoluble in water, soluble in organic solvent. It is obtained indirectly in OXO synthesis from propylene and synthesis gas.
Properties
| Unit | Quantity |
|---|
| Molecular weight | g/mol | 130.23 |
| Freezing point | °C | -76 |
| Vapor density | air | 4.5 |
| Vapor pressure | mm Hg | 0.2 |
| Boiling point | °C | 179 |
Specifications
| Unit | Quantity |
|---|
| 2 Ethyl Hexanol | wt % | 99.5 min |
| 2 Ethyl 4 Methyl pentanol | wt % | 0.4 max |
| Color | APHA | 5 max |
| Water | wt % | 0.1 max |
| Acidity (as acetic acid) | wt % | 0.01 max |
Aldehydes
(as 2-ethyl hexaldehydes) | wt % | 0.05 max |
| Sulfuric acid color | APHA | 20 max |
Distillation
at 760 mmHg | % min by vol | 98
183-186°C |
| Specific gravity at 20°C | | 0.832-0.834 |
Hazards and safety
| Unit | Quantity |
|---|
| Flammable limits | vol % | 0.9-9.7 |
| Flash point | °C | 73 |
| Ignition temperature | °C | 305 |
Applications
2-EH is most commonly used in the production of Phthalates for rubber and plastic (PVC) fabrication. It is a good paint solvent and an active component of textile finishing formulation, acrylate and additives for diesel fuel and lube oil.
Storage and handling
2-EH is usually stored in steel, closed storage tanks protected against excess sunrays and heat and provided with a sprinkling device. 2-EH is transported in tankers.
Packaging
Steel tankers.
UN or ID No. 1987.
Operating companies
Al-Jubail Fertilizer Company (ALBAYRONI).