Description

Bis(2-Ethylhexyl) Sulfoxide is a versatile organosulfur compound primarily valued for its excellent solvating and extractive properties. Its unique chemical structure makes it an effective ligand and phase-transfer agent in various industrial and research processes. This product is essential for manufacturers and researchers in the chemical synthesis, metallurgy, and specialty materials sectors seeking a high-performance, non-aqueous medium.

Application

• Solvent Extraction & Hydrometallurgy: A key extractant for the separation and purification of precious and rare-earth metals like gold, platinum, and lanthanides from complex ores and solutions.
• Chemical Synthesis & Catalysis: Acts as a polar aprotic solvent and ligand in organic synthesis and transition metal-catalyzed reactions, facilitating difficult transformations.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Used as a plasticizer or additive to modify the physical properties of polymers, improving flexibility and processability.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed in analytical sample preparation and as a mobile phase modifier in chromatographic separations for challenging compounds.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a building block or reagent in the synthesis of specialized pharmaceutical intermediates and active ingredients.
• Gas Purification & Scrubbing: Utilized in formulations for the selective removal of sulfur-containing compounds or other acidic gases from industrial gas streams.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(2-Ethylhexyl) Sulfoxide
CAS No.	82374-34-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₃₄OS
Molecular Weight	274.51 g/mol
Synonyms	Di(2-ethylhexyl) sulfoxide; 2-Ethylhexyl sulfoxide; Sulfinylbis(2-ethylhexane); BEHSO; DEHSO; Bis(2-ethylhexyl)sulfoxide; Sulfoxide, bis(2-ethylhexyl)-; (2-Ethylhexyl) sulfoxide (mixture of isomers)
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Quality Control

Our Bis(2-Ethylhexyl) Sulfoxide is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency, purity, and performance. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.460 - 1.470
Density (20°C)	0.92 - 0.96 g/mL

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