2-Ethyl hexanoic acid, 99%

Name: 2-Ethyl hexanoic acid, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008246

About 2-Ethyl hexanoic acid, 99%

Listed under CAS 149-57-5, 2-Ethyl hexanoic acid is a carboxylic acid available from Vaqora Chemicals in Synthesis grade, specified at 99% purity. The compound has the formula C8H16O2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 144.21 g/mol. Alternative names: 2-Ethylcaproic acid and Hexanoic acid, 2-ethyl-.

It is supplied as a colourless to yellow liquid. Literature values give a density of 0.905-0.907 g/mL at 25 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 1 hazard statement. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Typical applications include polymer and resin production, corrosion inhibition, fuels and lubricants and surfactants and detergency. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and oil, gas and petrochemicals.

Available in 500 mL, 5 L and 180 kg packs, 2-Ethyl hexanoic acid is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Polymer & resin production
Corrosion inhibition
Fuels & lubricants
Surfactants & detergency
Enzyme inhibition studies

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Ethyl hexanoic acid, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008246
CAS Number	149-57-5
IUPAC name	2-ethylhexanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₈H₁₆O₂
Molecular weight	144.21 g/mol
Exact mass	144.115
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29159020
InChIKey	OBETXYAYXDNJHR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCCCC(CC)C(=O)O
PubChem CID	8697

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless to yellow liquid
Density	0.905-0.907 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	2.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	37.3 Å²
Synonyms	2-Ethylcaproic acid, Hexanoic acid, 2-ethyl-, Ethylhexanoic acid, Ethylhexoic acid, 2-Ethylhexoic acid, Butylethylacetic acid, 2-Butylbutanoic acid, 3-Heptanecarboxylic acid, 2-ethyl-hexoic acid, alpha-Ethylcaproic acid, 2-Ethyl-1-hexanoic acid, alpha-Ethylhexanoic acid

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H361Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child

Precautionary statements: P203, P280, P318, P405, P501

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

Other grades of CAS 149-57-5

AR

2-Ethyl hexanoic acid, AR

CAS: 149-57-5
Formula: C₈H₁₆O₂
MW: 144.21 g/mol

VQ-046185

Puriss

2-Ethyl hexanoic acid, puriss, 99%+

CAS: 149-57-5
Formula: C₈H₁₆O₂
MW: 144.21 g/mol

VQ-008247

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Ethyl hexanoic acid, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Ethyl hexanoic acid, 99% is 149-57-5. It is also known as 2-Ethylcaproic acid, Hexanoic acid, 2-ethyl-, Ethylhexanoic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Ethyl hexanoic acid, 99%?

2-Ethyl hexanoic acid, 99% has the molecular formula C8H16O2 and a molecular weight of 144.21 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-ethylhexanoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Ethyl hexanoic acid, 99% can I order?

We supply 2-Ethyl hexanoic acid, 99% in Synthesis (99%) grade, in 500 mL, 5 L, 180 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Ethyl hexanoic acid, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Ethyl hexanoic acid, 99% 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 hexanoic acid, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Ethyl hexanoic acid, 99% 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.