Potassium 2-Ethyl Hexanoate
Description
Potassium 2-ethylhexanoate is a potassium salt of 2-ethylhexanoic acid, used mainly as a catalyst, stabilizer, and specialty additive.
It is commonly applied in polymerization reactions, coatings, resins, and industrial chemical formulations, where it provides good solubility and reactivity.
Category
Speciality Chemicals
CAS no
3164-85-0
Purity
>=97%
Formula
C8H15KO2
Synonyms
• Potassium 2-ethylhexoate
• Potassium 2-ethylhexanoate
• Potassium 2-ethylhexylate
• 2-Ethylhexanoic acid potassium salt
Form
Liquid/ Solid
Uses
Catalyst / promoter in polyurethane foams and resin systems
Drying agent (metal soap) in paints, coatings, inks, and varnishes
Intermediate for making other metal 2-ethylhexanoates
Stabilizer / additive in specialty chemical formulations
Used in adhesives, sealants, and polymer processing
