2-Ethyl-1,3-hexanediol, 97%

Name: 2-Ethyl-1,3-hexanediol, 97%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-009983

About 2-Ethyl-1,3-hexanediol, 97%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 2-Ethyl-1,3-hexanediol, an alcohol building block registered under CAS number 94-96-2 with a typical assay of 97%. Its molecular formula is C8H18O2 and its molecular weight is 146.23 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2-ethylhexane-1,3-diol. It is also known as Ethohexadiol or 1,3-Hexanediol, 2-ethyl-.

In its supplied form it is a colourless to pale yellow liquid. Key physical data: a melting point of -40 °C and a density of 0.933 g/mL at 25 °C. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and polymer and resin production. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and polymers and plastics.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 2-Ethyl-1,3-hexanediol in 500 g, 1 kg and 200 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Polymer & resin production

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Ethyl-1,3-hexanediol, 97%
Catalogue No.	VQ-009983
CAS Number	94-96-2
IUPAC name	2-ethylhexane-1,3-diol
Molecular formula	C₈H₁₈O₂
Molecular weight	146.23 g/mol
Exact mass	146.1307
Purity / assay	97%
HSN code	29420090
InChIKey	RWLALWYNXFYRGW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCCC(C(CC)CO)O
PubChem CID	7211

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless to pale yellow liquid
Melting point	-40 °C
Density	0.933 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 2
TPSA	40.5 Å²
Synonyms	Ethohexadiol, 1,3-Hexanediol, 2-ethyl-, Repellent 612, Rutgers 612, Carbide 6-12, 6-12 insect repellent, 2-Ethyl-1,3-hexylene glycol, 2-Ethyl-3-propyl-1,3-propanediol, 3-Hydroxymethyl-n-heptan-4-ol, ENT 375, Latka 612, Ethyl hexanediol

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H318Causes serious eye damage

Precautionary statements: P264 + P265, P280, P305 + P354 + P338, P317

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Ethyl-1,3-hexanediol, 97%?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Ethyl-1,3-hexanediol, 97% is 94-96-2. It is also known as Ethohexadiol, 1,3-Hexanediol, 2-ethyl-, Repellent 612.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Ethyl-1,3-hexanediol, 97%?

2-Ethyl-1,3-hexanediol, 97% has the molecular formula C8H18O2 and a molecular weight of 146.23 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-ethylhexane-1,3-diol.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Ethyl-1,3-hexanediol, 97% can I order?

We supply 2-Ethyl-1,3-hexanediol, 97% in (97%) grade, in 500 g, 1 kg, 200 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Ethyl-1,3-hexanediol, 97%?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Ethyl-1,3-hexanediol, 97% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 2-Ethyl-1,3-hexanediol, 97% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Ethyl-1,3-hexanediol, 97% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.