Isooctanoic acid

2-Ethylhexanoic Acid (2EH Acid)

Hangzhou Ouxun International Trading Co., Ltd. is the primary sales agent for German OXEA's 2-Ethylhexanoic Acid products in the East China region. Through long-term efforts, the company has established a considerable sales network in East China.
Structural formula of 2-Ethylhexanoic Acid: 2-Ethylhexanoic acid

Molecular Formula: C₈H₁₆O₂

Molecular Weight: 144
Appearance: Colorless liquid with a slight odor
Physical and Chemical Properties: Boiling point of 2-Ethylhexanoic Acid: 228°C; Relative density: 0.9031; Melting point: -8.3°C; Solubility: Slightly soluble in cold water, soluble in hot water and ether, slightly soluble in ethanol.

Usage
2-Ethylhexanoic Acid is used to produce metal salts such as cobalt, manganese, lead, zinc, calcium, zirconium, and rare earths. It serves as a drying agent for coatings, a promoter and catalyst for unsaturated polyester resins, a stabilizer and additive for PVC plastics. In ester production, it is used to make bactericides, preservatives, metal lubricants, gasoline additives, and biological growth promoters, among other chemical auxiliaries. In the rubber industry, it functions as a thickener and gelling agent. It is also a raw material for pharmaceuticals such as ampicillin and carbenicillin, as well as a high-quality material for synthesizing premium coating resins.