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What are the physical and chemical properties of 2-[(2-Ethylhexyl)oxy]ethanol (CAS: 1559-35-9)?
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2-[(2-Ethylhexyl)oxy]ethanol is a colorless to slightly yellow liquid with a slight odor. It has a molecular weight of approximately 194.29 g/mol. This compound is miscible with water and has good solubility in organic solvents. It is moderately reactive, particularly in the presence of strong acids or bases. It has a boiling point of around 185°C and a melting point of -25°C. It is also prone to hydrolysis under basic conditions.
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CAS No
1559-35-9
English Name
2-[(2-Ethylhexyl)oxy]ethanol
Molecular Formula
C10H22O2
Molecular Weight
174.28 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCC(CC)COCCO
InChIKey
OHJYHAOODFPJOD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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