Description

Sodium Octylate is a versatile organometallic compound, specifically the sodium salt of 2-ethylhexanoic acid, widely recognized by its CAS registry number 17158-60-0. It serves as a highly effective catalyst and stabilizer, valued for its strong basicity and solubility in organic media. This chemical is essential for manufacturers in the polymer, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries seeking efficient reaction promoters and process aids.

Application

• Polymerization Catalyst: A key catalyst in the production of polyurethanes (PU) and polyesters, facilitating controlled and efficient polymerization reactions.
• Crosslinking Agent: Used in silicone rubber and resin systems to promote and accelerate crosslinking, improving final product properties.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Acts as a reagent and catalyst in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Paint & Coating Drier: Functions as a catalyst in alkyd resin coatings to accelerate the drying (oxidation) process.
• Adhesive & Sealant Formulation: Employed as a catalyst to control the curing speed and enhance the performance of various adhesive systems.
• Stabilizer for PVC: Can be used as a co-stabilizer in polyvinyl chloride (PVC) formulations to improve thermal stability during processing.
• Organic Synthesis: Utilized as a strong base in various organic transformations, including condensation and esterification reactions.
• Fuel & Lubricant Additive: Serves as a component in the formulation of certain fuel and lubricant additives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium Octylate
CAS No.	17158-60-0
Molecular Formula	C8H15NaO2
Molecular Weight	166.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium 2-ethylhexanoate; Sodium 2-ethylcaproate; Sodium ethylhexanoate; 2-Ethylhexanoic acid sodium salt; Octanoic acid, 2-ethyl-, sodium salt; Hexanoic acid, 2-ethyl-, sodium salt; Sodium octanoate (derivative)
EINECS	241-215-1

Quality Control

Our Sodium Octylate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We adhere to relevant industry standards, and our quality assurance includes comprehensive analytical testing. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent caking and degradation. Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Sodium Octylate)	≥ 98.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets requirement
pH (5% solution)	9.0 - 11.0

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.