Hexanoic acid, 2-ethyl-, rare earth salts

Independent reference data for Hexanoic acid, 2-ethyl-, rare earth salts (CAS 61788-37-2), compiled from public chemistry databases.

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Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Applying Wood Preservatives [Category: Other]The metallic salts /of 2-Ethylhexanoic acid/ are used as driers for paints & varnishes and as gelling agents for hydrocarbons.

Synonyms and trade names

2-ETHYLHEXANOIC ACID; 149-57-5; 2-Ethylcaproic acid; Hexanoic acid, 2-ethyl-; Ethylhexanoic acid; Ethylhexoic acid; 2-Ethylhexoic acid; Butylethylacetic acid; 2-Butylbutanoic acid; 3-Heptanecarboxylic acid; 2-ethyl-hexoic acid; alpha-Ethylcaproic acid; DTXSID9025293; 2-Ethyl-1-hexanoic acid; 01MU2J7VVZ; alpha-Ethylhexanoic acid

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	EU Flavoring substances FDA Cumulative Estimated Daily Intake (CEDI): FCS Flavoring Agents
GHS notification summary	0.1% (1 / 1895)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	0.1% (1 / 1895)
Reported hazard statements	H361 (86.3%), H312, H314, H319, H360, H371, H303, H318

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for < 0.1% (1 of 1895) of reports.

H360D (10.4%): May damage the unborn child [Danger Reproductive toxicity]

What the public record says

Hexanoic acid, 2-ethyl-, rare earth salts · CAS 61788-37-2 · C8H16O2. UNII 01MU2J7VVZ. Boiling Point: 442 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992); Boiling Point: 228 °C; Boiling Point: 220.00 to 223.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.