2-ETHYLHEXANOL
Product description
2-Ethylhexanol is a colourless liquid. 2-Ethylhexanol is a precursor for production of plasticisers used to manufacture cable insulation and car interior materials. It is used as a solvent for plastics and varnishes, defoamer, fragrance compound, as well as in the production of herbicides, Cetane Improver additives and additives to oils. 2-Ethylhexanol esters are used in the production of food packaging materials.
Characteristics by area of application
| Grade | 2-Ethylhexanol, % (Min) | Aldehydes and ketones as 2-Ethyl hexanal, % (Max) | Water, % (Max) | Technical documents |
| High grade | 99.0 | 0.05 | 0.1 | |
| First grade | 98.0 | 0.10 | 0.2 |