15590-62-2

Basic information

• Product Name: LITHIUM 2-ETHYLHEXANOATE
• Synonyms: 2-ethyl-hexanoicacilithiumsalt;LITHIUM 2-ETHYLHEXANOATE;LITHIUM 2-ETHYLHEXOXIDE 10-13 WT% IN HE&;Lithium2-ethylhexanoate,min.98%;Hexanoic acid, 2-ethyl-, lithium salt;2-ETHYLHEXANOICACID,LITHIUMSALT;Lithium 2-ethyl-1-hexanolate, Lithium 2-ethyl-1-hexylate;Lithium 2-ethylhexanoate, min. 98%
• CAS NO: 15590-62-2
• Molecular Formula: C₈H₁₅O₂*Li
• Molecular Weight: 150.14
• EINECS: 239-657-5
• Product Categories: Organic-metal salt;metal carboxylate
• Mol File: 15590-62-2.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 228 °C at 760 mmHg
• Flash Point: -4 °C
• Appearance: off-white/Powder
• Vapor Pressure: 0.027mmHg at 25°C
• CAS DataBase Reference: LITHIUM 2-ETHYLHEXANOATE(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: LITHIUM 2-ETHYLHEXANOATE(15590-62-2)
• EPA Substance Registry System: LITHIUM 2-ETHYLHEXANOATE(15590-62-2)

Safety Data

• Hazard Codes: F,C,N,Xn
• Statements: 11-34-50/53-65-67-38
• Safety Statements: 9-16-26-29-33-36/37/39-60-61-62
• RIDADR: UN 1206 3/PG 2
• WGK Germany: 1
• TSCA: Yes
• Hazardous Substances Data: 15590-62-2(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

LITHIUM 2-ETHYLHEXANOATE, also known as 2-Ethylhexanoic acid lithium salt, is a chemical compound derived from 2-Ethylhexanoic acid. It is characterized by its ability to act as a catalyst in various chemical reactions, particularly in the transesterification process. This property makes it a valuable component in the production of certain materials and substances.

Uses

Used in the Production of Flexible Polyurethane Foams:
LITHIUM 2-ETHYLHEXANOATE is used as a catalyst for the transesterification of flexible polyurethane foams with diethylene glycol. This application is crucial in the manufacturing process of flexible polyurethane foams, which are widely used in various industries due to their unique properties, such as their flexibility, resilience, and durability.
The use of LITHIUM 2-ETHYLHEXANOATE in this process enhances the efficiency and effectiveness of the transesterification reaction, leading to the production of high-quality flexible polyurethane foams with improved characteristics. This, in turn, contributes to the overall performance and longevity of the final products made from these foams, such as furniture, bedding, and automotive components.

InChI:InChI=1/C8H16O2.Li/c1-3-5-6-7(4-2)8(9)10;/h7H,3-6H2,1-2H3,(H,9,10);/q;+1/p-1

Synthetic route

(4aR*,5S*,6S*,7R*)-2-benzyl-3,4,4a,5,6,7-hexahydro-5-((methoxymethoxy)methyl)-6,7-oxy-1(2H)-isoquinolone (96648-91-8) + lithium 2-ethylhexanoate (15590-62-2) → (4aR*,5S*,6S*,7S*)-2-benzyl-7-((2'-ethylhexanoyl)oxy)-3,4,4a,5,6,7-hexahydro-6-hydroxy-5-((methoxymethoxy)methyl)-1(2H)-isoquinolone (96648-92-9)

Conditions	Yield
2-Ethylhexanoic acid In 1,2-dimethoxyethane for 12h; Heating;	90%

(S)-2-ethoxy-3-(4-((3-methyl-5-(4-(3-methylisoxazol-5-yl)phenyl)thiophen-2-yl)methoxy)phenyl)propionic acid (1056455-88-9) + lithium 2-ethylhexanoate (15590-62-2) → lithium (S)-2-ethoxy-3-(4-((3-methyl-5-(4-(3-methylisoxazol-5-yl)phenyl)thiophen-2-yl)methoxy)phenyl)propanoate (1056455-89-0)

Conditions	Yield
In ethyl acetate; acetone at 20℃; for 1h;	90%

Downstream Products

• 1056455-89-0 lithium (S)-2-ethoxy-3-(4-((3-methyl-5-(4-(3-methylisoxazol-5-yl)phenyl)thiophen-2-yl)methoxy)phenyl)propanoate 
• 102673-37-0 (4aR^*,5S^*,6S^*,7S^*)-2-benzyl-6-(benzyloxy)-7-((2'-ethylhexanoyl)oxy)-3,4,4a,5,6,7-hexahydro-5-((methoxymethoxy)methyl)-1(2H)-isoquinolone 
• 109961-04-8 (4aR^*,5S^*,6S^*,7S^*)-2-benzyl-6-(benzyloxy)-5-carboxy-7-((2'-ethylhexanoyl)oxy)-3,4,4a,5,6,7-hexahydro-1(2H)-isoquinolone 
• 102673-36-9 (4aR^*,5S^*,6S^*,7S^*)-2-benzyl-6-(benzyloxy)-7-((2'-ethylhexanoyl)oxy)-3,4,4a,5,6,7-hexahydro-5-(methoxycarbonyl)-1(2H)-isoquinolone 
• 102673-35-8 (4aR^*,5S^*,6S^*,7S^*)-2-benzyl-6-(benzyloxy)-7-((2'-ethylhexanoyl)oxy)-5-(methoxycarbonyl)-1,2,3,4,4a,5,6,7-octahydroisoquinoline 
• 109961-03-7 (4aR^*,5S^*,6S^*,7S^*)-2-benzyl-6-(benzyloxy)-7-((2'-ethylhexanoyl)oxy)-3,4,4a,5,6,7-hexahydro-5-(hydroxymethyl)-1(2H)-isoquinolone 
• 96648-92-9 (4aR^*,5S^*,6S^*,7S^*)-2-benzyl-7-((2'-ethylhexanoyl)oxy)-3,4,4a,5,6,7-hexahydro-6-hydroxy-5-((methoxymethoxy)methyl)-1(2H)-isoquinolone