Description

2-Ethyl Hexyl Propionate is a high-purity organic ester compound, valued for its excellent solvent properties and favorable volatility profile. This chemical is a critical component in formulations requiring a reliable, slow-evaporating solvent with good solvency for a wide range of resins and polymers. It is essential for manufacturers in the coatings, inks, and specialty chemical industries seeking to optimize product performance and process efficiency.

Application

• As a high-boiling point solvent and coalescing agent in industrial and automotive coatings and paints.
• Key ingredient in the formulation of specialty printing inks, including flexographic and gravure inks.
• Used as a plasticizer and processing aid in select polymer and resin systems.
• Employed as a solvent and carrier in the production of adhesives and sealants.
• Acts as an intermediate or reaction medium in fine chemical synthesis.
• Utilized as a solvent for cleaning and degreasing applications in industrial maintenance.
• Component in specialty lubricant and functional fluid formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Ethyl Hexyl Propionate
CAS No.	6293-37-4
Molecular Formula	C11H22O2
Molecular Weight	186.29 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethylhexyl Propanoate; 2-Ethylhexyl Propionate; Propanoic Acid, 2-Ethylhexyl Ester; Octyl Propionate (mixed isomers); Ethylhexyl Propionate; EHP; 2-EHP; 1-Hexanol, 2-ethyl-, propanoate
EINECS	228-542-9

Quality Control

Our 2-Ethyl Hexyl Propionate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and physical properties. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are provided as standard, ensuring full traceability and compliance with relevant industry standards for industrial use.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0 %
Color (APHA)	≤ 20
Acidity (as Propionic Acid)	≤ 0.05 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1 %
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.865 - 0.875
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.422 - 1.426

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