Application areas: The esters of 2-ETHYLHEXANOL with dicarboxylic acids are excellent plasticisers for synthetic resins and rubbers and include phthalates, adipates and sebacates .Its main application is as a feedstock in the manufacture of low volatility esters, the most important of which is di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DOP or DEHP). Other plasticizers that can be obtained from 2-ETHYLHEXANOL are the corresponding ester of adipic acid and para- hydroxybenzoic acid. 2-ETHYLHEXANOL is also used as a solvent and has a particular niche use in the formation of lacquers and coatings when slow evaporation is desired. 2-ETHYLHEXANOL is also an excellent defoaming agent for use in the photographic, varnish, rubber latex, textile printing and ceramic industries and can be used to advantage wherever foaming is undesirable. 2-ETHYLHEXANOL is manufactured using the OXO process involving hydroformylation of propylene to N-butyraldehyde followed by an aldocondensation and reduction to produce the ethyl hexanol.

Storage conditions: Anhydrous 2-ETHYLHEXANOL does not attack common metals. Tanks constructed from normal steelare reliable for storing 2-ETHYLHEXANOL. If severe demands are imposed on the quality of the product; the tanks should be constructed of stainless steel or aluminium. Moisture in the atmosphere must be excluded by storing the product under a blanket of inert gas or by installing a dehumidifier. Drums should be kept tightly closed in a well-ventilated place.

Packing: Bulk or in 220 Lit (net: 180 Kg) new drums, each 4 drums strapped on a pallet.