2-Ethyl hexanoic acid, puriss, 99%+

Name: 2-Ethyl hexanoic acid, puriss, 99%+
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008247

About 2-Ethyl hexanoic acid, puriss, 99%+

2-Ethyl hexanoic acid is a carboxylic acid in Puriss grade carrying the CAS registry number 149-57-5, specified at ≥99% purity. Formula C8H16O2, molecular weight 144.21 g/mol. It is also known as 2-Ethylcaproic acid or Hexanoic acid, 2-ethyl-.

The product is provided as a liquid. 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 catalysis and polymer and resin production. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and polymers and plastics.

Standard pack sizes are 1 L and 180 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation.

Typical applications

Catalysis
Polymer & resin production

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Ethyl hexanoic acid, puriss, 99%+
Catalogue No.	VQ-008247
CAS Number	149-57-5
IUPAC name	2-ethylhexanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₈H₁₆O₂
Molecular weight	144.21 g/mol
Exact mass	144.115
Grade	Puriss
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	Liquid
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

Synthesis

2-Ethyl hexanoic acid, 99%

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

VQ-008246

AR

2-Ethyl hexanoic acid, AR

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

VQ-046185

Frequently asked questions

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

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Ethyl hexanoic acid, puriss, 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, puriss, 99%+?

2-Ethyl hexanoic acid, puriss, 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, puriss, 99%+ can I order?

We supply 2-Ethyl hexanoic acid, puriss, 99%+ in Puriss (≥99%) grade, in 1 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, puriss, 99%+?

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

Yes. 2-Ethyl hexanoic acid, puriss, 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.