2-Ethylhexyl nitrate (CAS 27247-96-7)
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2-Ethylhexyl nitrate (2-EHN) finds multifaceted usage as a nitrate ester employed in fuel additives, a synthetic flavoring agent, and a fragrance ingredient in various products. Derived from the oxidation of n-hexane, 2-Ethylhexyl nitrate emerges as the nitrate ester of 2-ethylhexanol, an aliphatic alcohol. Extensive research has focused on 2-Ethylhexyl nitrate, exploring its potential applications in fuel additives, propellants for rockets and missiles, and as a versatile solvent in pharmaceutical and cosmetic production. Notably, it has also garnered attention as a potential substitute for ozone-depleting propellants used in aerosol cans. As a nitrate ester, 2-Ethylhexyl nitrate exhibits oxidizing properties when exposed to heat or flame. The nitrate group within the molecule is believed to undergo breakdown into nitric oxide and oxygen, leading to subsequent reactions with surrounding molecules, generating heat and energy.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
2-Ethylhexyl nitrate, 2.5 L | sc-230289 | 2.5 L | $144.00 | |||
2-Ethylhexyl nitrate, 5 L | sc-230289A | 5 L | $282.00 |