2-Ethylhexanol

2-Ethylhexanol (2-EH) is the largest-volume C8 oxo alcohol. Its esters are everywhere in modern life — from PVC plasticizers to acrylate coatings and surfactants.

1. Primary feedstock for DOTP and other terephthalate and phthalate plasticizers — see our DOTP product introduction.
2. Raw material for 2-ethylhexyl acrylate used in paints, adhesives and paper coatings.
3. Feedstock for 2-ethylhexyl nitrate cetane improver and lubricant esters.
4. Intermediate for surfactants and sulfate ester products such as SLES.
5. Defoamer, flow improver and solvent in specialty formulations.

Supply and service. 2-Ethylhexanol from Dongying EastChem ships in 170 kg blue plastic or galvanized drums — IBC and ISO tank on request. Nineteen years of chemical manufacturing across three subsidiaries keeps bulk supply stable year-round: minimum order one 20′ container, samples dispatched in about 2 days, T/T or L/C payment, and a batch-specific COA with every shipment. Available alongside our full alcohols range for one-stop supply. Contact our sales team for current specifications, pricing and delivery schedules.