Description

C8E2 CAS NO 19327-37-8 is a high-purity, non-ionic surfactant belonging to the alkyl polyglycol ether family, specifically an octyl alcohol ethoxylate. This compound is valued for its excellent wetting, emulsifying, and dispersing properties in aqueous and non-aqueous systems. It serves as a critical performance additive in the formulation of industrial cleaners, agrochemicals, coatings, and textile processing aids, where precise surface activity is required.

Application

• Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaning: Key component in heavy-duty degreasers, alkaline cleaners, and floor care formulations for its superior wetting and soil penetration.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Used as an emulsifier and wetting agent in pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides to enhance spray coverage and active ingredient efficacy.
• Coatings & Inks: Acts as a dispersant and flow control agent in water-based paints, inks, and pigment preparations to ensure stability and uniform application.
• Textile Processing: Employed in scouring, dyeing, and finishing baths to improve fiber wetting, dye leveling, and lubricity.
• Metal Working Fluids: Functions as an emulsifier and corrosion inhibitor in synthetic and semi-synthetic metalworking coolants and drawing compounds.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Serves as a mild surfactant and emulsifier in select rinse-off products, leveraging its specific hydrophilic-lipophilic balance (HLB).

Basic Information

Product Name	C8E2
CAS No.	19327-37-8
Molecular Formula	C12H26O3
Molecular Weight	218.33 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Octyloxyethoxy)ethanol; Octyl alcohol ethoxylate (2 EO); Diethylene glycol mono-n-octyl ether; Polyoxyethylene (2) octyl ether; n-Octyl alcohol, ethoxylated (2 moles EO); Octoxynol-2; Octyl glycol ether; PEG-2 octyl ether
EINECS	242-951-5

Quality Control

Our C8E2 is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC/HPLC, water content determination, and confirmation of physical properties, to ensure it meets precise specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, identity, and key parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your formulation requirements.

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); ensure containers are sealed immediately after use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
pH (5% solution)	5.0 - 7.0
Hydroxyl Value	250 - 270 mg KOH/g
Cloud Point (1% aq.)	Contact for details

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