2-Ethylhexylamine 2-EHA

2-Ethylhexylamine is a branched C8 primary amine used as a versatile intermediate for surfactants, additives and specialty synthesis.

2-Ethylhexylamine

Product Overview

2-Ethylhexylamine (2-EHA) is a primary monoalkylamine with a branched C8 carbon backbone. Its amine functionality and hydrophobic alkyl group make it a versatile intermediate across detergent, coatings, fuel-additive and life-science value chains.

Key Features

  • High primary amine content
  • Branched C8 alkyl structure
  • Controlled color and moisture
  • Versatile downstream reactivity

Product identifiers

Product name2-Ethylhexylamine
Chemical name2-Ethylhexan-1-amine
CAS No.104-75-6
Molecular formulaC8H19N
Molecular weight129.25 g/mol
Product typePrimary amine intermediate
2-Ethylhexylamine structure

Applications

Surfactants and detergents

Amine Oxides & Surfactants

Key intermediate for C12–14 amine oxides and other specialty surfactants used in cleaning and personal care applications.

Personal care texture

Home & Personal Care

Used as an intermediate for surfactants applied in detergents, cleaners, shampoos and body wash products.

Fabric softener texture

Cationic Surfactants

Intermediate for selected cationic surfactants and quaternary ammonium compounds.

Industrial chemical plant

Industrial Applications

Used in specialty surfactants and other industrial chemical applications.

Packaging

Available in drum, IBC and bulk packaging options to meet different shipment requirements.

ISO Tank

Bulk supply
Suitable for large-volume shipments.

IBC Tank

Flexible option for handling and storage.

Drum

Suitable for regular industrial shipments.

Documents

Product documents can be reviewed before procurement and compliance approval.

TDS document

TDS

Technical Data Sheet

SDS document

SDS

Safety Data Sheet

REACH compliance

REACH

Compliance information available upon request.

REACH compliance

COA

Certificate of Analysis

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