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2-Ethylhexanoic acid
CAS Number
149-57-5
Trade Name
2-Ethylhexanoic Acid; Versatic Acid
INCI
2-Ethylhexanoic Acid
Formula
C8H16O2
Synonyms
Octanoic acid; Caproic acid; Butylethylacetic acid
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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.

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