Shanghai Dingwujin Chemical Co., Ltd. is one of the leading manufacturers and suppliers of 2-ethylhexanol in China. We are committed to the chemical distribution across Central & Eastern Europe and Ukraine. We warmly welcome you to wholesale customized 2-ethylhexanol made in China here from our factory.
Product Description
Introduction
Characteristics
| Molar Weight | 130.231 g/mol |
| Melting Point | -76°C |
| Boiling Point | 180-186°C |
| Flash Point | 73°C |
| Forms | Liquid (clear) |
Product Grades
Industrial Grade
Clear liquid with stable solubility. Application: plasticizer, lubricant additive, coating solvent.
Cosmetic Grade
Controlled aromatic hydrocarbon and heavy metal content. Application: fragrance solvent, skin care additive.
Electronic Grade
No surface residual impurities. Application: electronic degreasing, electronic paste dilution.
Reagent Grade
Compliant with analytical reagent specifications. Application: laboratory chemical analysis.
Standard stock items are of industrial grade. For special grade orders, please contact us for complete documentation.
Uses and Applications
Key applications
- Fragrances
- Flavouring Agent
- Solvents
Industries
2-Ethylhexanol Used in Cable Industry
2-Ethylhexanol is a key precursor for phthalate plasticisers (e.g., DOP, DINP), which are widely used in cable compounds to enhance flexibility and processability.
2-Ethyl-1-Hexanol Used in Petroleum Industry
In the oil sector, it serves as an intermediate for surfactants or is used directly in defoamer formulations to control foam in production systems.
2-Ethylhexan-1-ol Used in Coatings and Inks
Thanks to its solubility and controlled evaporation, 2-ethylhexanol acts as an effective solvent in paints, varnishes, and printing inks, ensuring smooth application and uniform film formation.
2-Ethylhexanol Used in Cosmetics and Personal Care
● Optimizes spreadability and texture in emulsions, creating smooth, luxurious skin feel for cream formulations.
●Used as minor modifier to enrich floral notes (rose, lily) in soap and perfume formulations.
2-Ethyl-1-Hexanol Used in Electronics and Components
● Additive synthesis: Used to produce phosphate esters (e.g., trioctyl phosphate) for capacitor electrolytes and low-temperature plasticisers, enhancing cold-weather performance.
● Encapsulation: High-purity grades are applied in capacitor impregnation and moisture-barrier sealing to improve insulation.
● Battery safety: Acts as an early-warning marker gas in lithium-ion thermal runaway events, enabling rapid fault detection.
● Cleaning & auxiliaries: Employed in photoresist removal, precision cleaning, and as a component in electronic coatings and adhesives.
