2-Ethyl-1,3-hexanediol
Also known as: Etohexadiol, Ethohexadiol, Octylene glycol, 1,3-Hexanediol, 2-ethyl-, 2-Ethylhexan-1,3-diol, 2-Ethyl-3-propyl-1,3-propanediol, 2-Ethyl-1,3-hexylene glycol, 2-Ethyl-2-propyl-1,3-propanediol
2-Ethyl-1,3-hexanediol (CAS 94-96-2) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H18O2 and a molecular weight of 146.227 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -40 °C, a boiling point of 243.0±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 129.4±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H312 — Harmful in contact with skin and H318 — Causes serious eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 94-96-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-32557-2
- Molecular Formula
- C8H18O2
- Molecular Weight
- 146.227 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -40 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 243.0±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 129.4±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 146.130676 |
| PSA | 40.46000 |
| LogP | 1.25 |
| Additional Property | 5 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.1 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.451 |
| Additional Property | 42 g/L (20 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2905399010 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2905399010 2-ethylhexane-1,3-diol。supervision conditions:s(import or export registration certificate for pesticides)。VAT:17.0%。tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tarrif:5.5%。general tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-Ethyl-1,3-hexanediol?
The CAS number of 2-Ethyl-1,3-hexanediol is 94-96-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Ethyl-1,3-hexanediol?
2-Ethyl-1,3-hexanediol has molecular formula C8H18O2 and molecular weight 146.227 g/mol.
Is 2-Ethyl-1,3-hexanediol hazardous?
2-Ethyl-1,3-hexanediol has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin; H318 — Causes serious eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Ethyl-1,3-hexanediol?
For 2-Ethyl-1,3-hexanediol, Upstream Products: Ethylene glycol, Butyraldehyde, 2-Buten-1-ol; Downstream Products: Butyric acid, 4-Heptanone, Octyl methoxycinnamate.
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