2-Ethylhexanol (2-EH) is a fatty alcohol, an organic compound, and a branched, eight-carbon chiral alcohol. It is a colorless liquid that is poorly soluble in water but soluble in most organic solvents. It is produced on a large scale for a variety of uses, such as solvents, flavors, and fragrances, particularly as a precursor for the production of other chemicals, such as plasticizers and emollients. It is found in natural plant fragrances.
2-Ethylhexanol
