Solvents and Glycols
Isobutanol
CAS 78-83-1Liquid
- Serious eye damage
- Flammable
2-Ethylhexanol
Also known as: 2-Ethylhexan-1-ol2-EH
- CAS104-76-7
- EC203-234-3
- Physical formLiquid
Used as an intermediate in plasticizer (DOP/DEHP) production and as a paint/coating solvent.
2-Ethylhexanol is a branched-chain, eight-carbon alcohol. It is mainly used as an intermediate in the production of phthalate/adipate esters (plasticizers), and also as a coalescing solvent in the paint and coatings industry.
| Density | 0.831 g/mL |
|---|---|
| Boiling point | 184 °C |
| Flash point | 81 °C |
Hazard statements
- H315Causes skin irritation.
- H319Causes serious eye irritation.
- H332Harmful if inhaled.
- H335May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary statements
- P261Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
- P280Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P305+P351+P338IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- P337+P313If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
- Safety data sheet (SDS)On request by email
- Technical data sheet (TDS)On request by email
- Certificate of analysis (CoA)On request by email
Applications
Plasticizer (DOP/DEHP) production · Coalescing solvent in paints and coatings · Lubricant ester production
Storage
Store in a cool, well-ventilated place · Keep away from ignition sources · Keep in tightly closed containers
Packaging
Packed to your specification. Liquids and pastes are supplied in:
- Drums
- IBC totes
- Jerrycans
- Tankers
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