Chemical Properties
viscous colourless liquid
Uses
BEHS was used in preparing PVC-membrane anionic-surfactants-selective electrodes.
Uses
Bis(2-ethylhexyl) sebacate is used as a plasticizer. It is an important raw material and intermediate used in organic synthesis, pharmaceuticals agrochemicals and dyestuff fields.
Production Methods
Di(2-ethylhexyl) sebacate is manufactured by esterifying
2-ethylhexanol with sebacic acid in the presence of an
acid catalyst.
General Description
Clear pale yellow liquid with a mild odor. Insoluble in water.
Air & Water Reactions
Insoluble in water.
Reactivity Profile
Dioctyl sebacate (Bis(2-ethylhexyl) sebacate) is an ester. Esters react with acids to liberate heat along with alcohols and acids. Strong oxidizing acids may cause a vigorous reaction that is sufficiently exothermic to ignite the reaction products. Heat is also generated by the interaction of esters with caustic solutions. Flammable hydrogen is generated by mixing esters with alkali metals and hydrides. Dioctyl sebacate can react with oxidizing materials. Dioctyl sebacate will hydrolyze under acidic or basic conditions.
Fire Hazard
Dioctyl sebacate is probably combustible.
Flammability and Explosibility
Not classified
