Copper bis(2-ethylhexanoate)

Synonym(s):2-Ethylhexanoic acid copper⁽²⁺⁾ salt;Copper bis(2-ethylhexanoate);Copper di(2-ethylhexanoate);Copper⁽²⁺⁾ 2-ethylhexanoate;Cupric bis(2-ethylhexanoate)

CAS NO.：149-11-1
Empirical Formula: C16H30CuO4
Molecular Weight: 349.95
MDL number: MFCD00015695
EINECS: 205-731-0
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2023-04-23 13:52:06

What is Copper bis(2-ethylhexanoate)?

Chemical properties

BLUE-GREEN POWDER

The Uses of Copper bis(2-ethylhexanoate)

Wood preservative, Anti-fungal

The Uses of Copper bis(2-ethylhexanoate)

Copper(II) 2-ethylhexanoate is used as pharmaceutical intermediates. Used as drier/additive for paints, coatings and inks. Used as catalystic special applications in lubricant and grease additives, fuel combustion additives to enhance and stabilize the performance of fuels. Used in the the rubber wire coat compound and the brass-coated steel belt.

Properties of Copper bis(2-ethylhexanoate)

Melting point:	252 °C (dec.)(lit.)
form	Powder
color	blue
Water Solubility	Soluble in water, alcohols, dichloroethane, chlorobenzene, and most organic solvents.
Hydrolytic Sensitivity	4: no reaction with water under neutral conditions
Exposure limits	ACGIH: TWA 1 mg/m3 NIOSH: IDLH 100 mg/m3; TWA 1 mg/m3
CAS DataBase Reference	149-11-1(CAS DataBase Reference)
EPA Substance Registry System	Cupric 2-ethylhexanoate (149-11-1)

Safety information for Copper bis(2-ethylhexanoate)

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07
GHS Hazard Statements	H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation H335:Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure;Respiratory tract irritation
Precautionary Statement Codes	P261:Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264:Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P264:Wash skin thouroughly after handling. P271:Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P302+P352:IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing.