Bis(2-ethylhexyl) maleate

Synonym(s):Bis(2-ethylhexyl) maleate;Di-2-ethylhexyl maleate;Dioctyl maleate

CAS NO.：142-16-5
Empirical Formula: C20H36O4
Molecular Weight: 340.5
MDL number: MFCD00027250
EINECS: 205-524-5
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2024-08-28 16:27:48

What is Bis(2-ethylhexyl) maleate?

Chemical properties

It is a liquid between -60 and 164°C(boiling point at 10 mmHg).

The Uses of Bis(2-ethylhexyl) maleate

Bis(2-ethylhexyl) maleate is a derivative of malic acid, with emollient and skin-conditioning properties. It can also be used as a solvent in cosmetic preparations. It is synthetically manufactured.

The Uses of Bis(2-ethylhexyl) maleate

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General Description

Bis(2-ethylhexyl) maleate is an aliphatic ester which is prepared by catalytic esterification of maleic acid and 2-ethylhexyl alcohol. It is used as a green plasticizer in variety of applications such as adhesives and coatings.

Properties of Bis(2-ethylhexyl) maleate

Melting point:	-50°C
Boiling point:	208-209°C 10mm
Density	0.944 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
vapor pressure	0Pa at 20℃
refractive index	n20/D 1.455(lit.)
Flash point:	>230 °F
storage temp.	Sealed in dry,Room Temperature
solubility	Chloroform (Sparingly), Ethyl Acetate(Slightly),Methanol (Slightly)
form	Liquid
color	Colourless
Water Solubility	18μg/L at 20℃
CAS DataBase Reference	142-16-5(CAS DataBase Reference)
NIST Chemistry Reference	2-Butenedioic acid (z), di-2-ethylhexyl ester(142-16-5)
EPA Substance Registry System	2-Butenedioic acid (2Z)-, 1,4-bis(2-ethylhexyl) ester (142-16-5)

Safety information for Bis(2-ethylhexyl) maleate

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Health Hazard GHS08 Environment GHS09
GHS Hazard Statements	H373:Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure H410:Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard
Precautionary Statement Codes	P260:Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P273:Avoid release to the environment. P314:Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. P391:Collect spillage. Hazardous to the aquatic environment P501:Dispose of contents/container to..…