2-ethylhexaldehyde

Name:
2-ethylhexaldehyde
Detailed information:

Chemistry name:	butylethylacetaldehyde; octylaldehyde; 2-ethylhexanal
M Formula:	C4H9CH(C2H5)CHO
Properties:
Colorless high-boiling liquid; mild odor. Miscible with most organic solvents; slightly soluble in water. D 0.8205 (20C), bp 163.4C, vap press 1.8 mm Hg (20C), flash p 125F (51.6C) (OC), bulk d 6.8 lb/gal. Combustible.
Grade:
Technical.
Hazard:
Ignites in air.
Use:
Organic synthesis, perfumes.