Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of Zinc bis(2-ethylhexanoate) (CAS: 136-53-8)?
Answer
Zinc bis(2-ethylhexanoate) is primarily used as a stabilizer in polyvinyl chloride (PVC) plastics, enhancing its heat stability and mechanical properties. It is also used as a lubricant and antistatic agent in polyolefins and other polymers. Additionally, it serves as a complexing agent in the production of fungicides and as a corrosion inhibitor.
About
CAS No
136-53-8
English Name
Zinc bis(2-ethylhexanoate)
Molecular Formula
C16H30O4Zn
Molecular Weight
351.79 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCC(CC)C(=O)[O-].CCCCC(CC)C(=O)[O-].[Zn+2]
InChIKey
IFNXAMCERSVZCV-UHFFFAOYSA-L
Last Updated: 2025-09-03 20:19
