potassium 2-ethylhexanoate cas 3164-85-0
Chemical Name: Potassium 2-ethylhexanoate
CAS No.: 3164-85-0
Molecular Formula: C8H15KO2
Molecular weight:182.3
Appearance: White powder or sparse block
Assay: ≥97%
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Potassium 2-Ethylhexanoate (CAS 3164-85-0) Comprehensive Guide
Table of Contents
1. Product Overview & Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | Potassium 2-Ethylhexanoate |
| CAS Number | 3164-85-0 |
| Molecular Formula | C8H15KO2 |
| Molecular Weight | 182.30 g/mol |
| Appearance | White to pale yellow solid / Colorless viscous liquid |
| Density | 1.12–1.13 g/cm³ |
| Melting Point | 66–68°C |
| Boiling Point | 228°C at 760 mmHg |
| Solubility | Fully soluble in water and organic solvents |
2. Key Applications
Core Industrial Uses:
- Polyurethane Catalysis: Primary catalyst for rigid foam production (PIR/PUR), enhancing reaction efficiency in spray foam and insulation materials.
- Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Universal salting agent for cephalosporin antibiotics, improving product stability and yield.
- Polymer Manufacturing: Crosslinking agent for resins and thermal stabilizer for PVC plastics.
- Coating Additives: Replacement for cobalt-based catalysts in alkyd resin drying processes.
- Lubricant & Fuel Additives: Enhances performance in high-temperature applications.
3. Industrial Use Cases
Case 1: Rigid Foam Insulation Production
Used at 0.5–1.5% concentration in polyol blends to accelerate trimerization of MDI isocyanates, achieving 15–20% faster curing times compared to conventional catalysts.
Case 2: Antibiotic Synthesis Optimization
Enabled 98.5% purity in cefazolin sodium production through solvent-mediated salting, reducing residual solvents by 40% versus acetate methods.
4. Client Success Stories
Client A: Advanced Materials Manufacturer
- Challenge: Needed eco-friendly cobalt replacement for alkyd coatings
- Solution: Implemented potassium 2-ethylhexanoate at 0.8% w/w
- Result: 30% reduction in VOC emissions while maintaining drying performance
Client B: Pharmaceutical Intermediate Supplier
- Challenge: Low yield (72%) in cephalosporin crystallization
- Solution: Switched to potassium 2-ethylhexanoate salting process
- Result: Increased yield to 89% with 99.2% API purity
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