2-Ethylhexanoic acid (2-EHA) , also known as octanoic acid, is a colorless, viscous, organic compound with a mild odor.
It is used in a variety of industrial applications, including:
- Metal Soaps: Used to produce metal soaps, which are used as lubricants, drying agents, and stabilizers.
- Plasticizers: Used in the production of plasticizers for PVC and other polymers.
- Surfactants: Used as a surfactant in various cleaning and personal care products.
- Chemical Intermediate: Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of other chemicals.