Zinc 2-ethylhexanoate, ca 80% in mineral spirits (17-19% Zn)

Description

CAS: 136-53-8 | C16H30O4Zn | 351.792 g/mol

It is applied as a catalyst for condensation-cure silicones and as a vulcanization activator in industries. It is also employed in PVC heat stabilizer, polyurethane catalyst and lubricant additive. They are used as catalysts in paints and coatings, in polyurethanes, greases, and as wetting agents for pigments. Also used in the formulation of lubricants and greases, as hardener for epoxy resins, to make rubber and plastic products, and for refining crude oil.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 136-53-8
• Molecular Formula: C16H30O4Zn
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 351.792
• MDL Number: MFCD00053316
• InChI Key: IFNXAMCERSVZCV-UHFFFAOYSA-L
• Synonym: zinc 2-ethylhexanoate, zinc bis 2-ethylhexanoate, zinc 2-ethylhexoate, hexanoic acid, 2-ethyl-, zinc salt, hexanoic acid, 2-ethyl-, zinc salt 2:1, zinc ethylhexanoate, hexanoic acid, 2-ethyl-, zinc salt, basic, zinc 2-ethylhexanoate 100g, zinc 2+ ion bis 2-ethylhexanoate
• PubChem CID: 61083
• IUPAC Name: zinc;2-ethylhexanoate
• SMILES: CCCCC(CC)C(=O)[O-].CCCCC(CC)C(=O)[O-].[Zn+2]

• Color: Colorless
• Density: 1.07 g/mL
• Quantity: 500 g
• UN Number: UN1268
• Solubility Information: Not miscible or difficult to mix in water.
• Formula Weight: 351.79
• Physical Form: Liquid
• Chemical Name or Material: Zinc 2-ethylhexanoate

Safety and Handling

Hazard Category	H226-H304-H319-H340-H350-H361d-H372
Hazard Statement	GHS H Statement H340-H350-H372-H304-H361-H226 May cause genetic defects. May cause cancer. Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. Flammable liquid and vapor.
Precautionary Statement	P201-P202-P210-P233-P240-P241-P242-P243-P260-P264b-P270-P280i-P281-P301+P310-P303+P361+P353-P305+P351+P338-P308+P313-P331-P370+P378q-P501c
DOTInformation	Transport Hazard Class: 3; Packing Group: III; Proper Shipping Name: PETROLEUM DISTILLATES, N.O.S.
EINECSNumber	205-251-1
TSCA	Yes
Recommended Storage	Ambient temperatures

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only