Mono(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate

邻苯二甲酸单(2-乙基己基)酯

Also known as: PHTHALIC ACID MONO-2-ETHYLHEXYL ESTER, MEHP, Mono-2-ethylhexyl Phthalate, Monooctyl Phthalate, 2-(((2-Ethylhexyl)oxy)carbonyl)benzoic acid, 1,2-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, mono(2-ethylhexyl) ester, rac Mono(ethylhexyl) Phthalate, UNII:FU2EWB60RT

Mono(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (CAS 4376-20-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C16H22O4 and a molecular weight of 278.34 g/mol. It is also known as PHTHALIC ACID MONO-2-ETHYLHEXYL ESTER, MEHP and Mono-2-ethylhexyl Phthalate. Key properties include a melting point of 25-27ºC, a boiling point of 408.9±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 144.1±17.5 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
4376-20-9
Jingsj CID
J-3987-7
Molecular Formula
C16H22O4
Chinese Name
邻苯二甲酸单(2-乙基己基)酯
Molecular Weight
278.34 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point25-27ºC
Boiling Point408.9±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point144.1±17.5 °C
Exact Mass278.151794
PSA63.60000
LogP4.66
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.517

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Bai J, et al. Mono-2-ethylhexyl phthalate induces the expression of genes involved in fatty acid synthesis in HepG2 cells. Environ Toxicol Pharmacol. 2019 Jul;69:104-111. [2]. Chauvigné F, et al. Mono-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate directly alters the expression of Leydig cell genes and CYP17 lyase activity in cultured rat fetal testis. PLoS One. 2011;6(11):e27172.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2922509090
Summary2922509090. other amino-alcohol-phenols, amino-acid-phenols and other amino-compounds with oxygen function. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Mono(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate?

The CAS number of Mono(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate is 4376-20-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Mono(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate?

Mono(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate has molecular formula C16H22O4 and molecular weight 278.34 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Mono(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate?

For Mono(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate, Upstream Products: Phthalic anhydride, 2-Ethylhexanol, Bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate; Downstream Products: Bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate.

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