REPORT DESCRIPTION
2-ethylhexanol is a high boiling point, low volatility solvent for fats, waxes, insecticides and dyes. It is a colorless liquid that
is soluble in organic solvents and has emollient properties. It is primarily used to manufacture low volatility esters such as
dioctyl phthalate. It is a key ingredient for manufacturing plasticizers, lubricants and other chemical products. It is
industrially produced through aldol condensation of n-butyraldehyde, and subsequent hydrogenation of hydroxyaldehyde.
It has applications in coatings and heavy metal industries. It is used as an octane booster when reacted with nitric acid. 2-
ethylhexanol is a key feedstock for manufacturing a range of chemicals which is further used in industries such as
construction, automotive and paints among others. It is used as a wetting agent in the textile industry. There is high
demand for 2-ethylhexanol from the plasticizer manufacturing industry.
2-Ethylhexanol (2-EH) Market: Drivers
Application of 2-ethylhexanol include plasticizers, 2-EH acrylate, 2-EH nitrate and others which are extensively used in
various industries. Growing demand for chemicals across various industries is in turn, expected to drive the demand for 2-
ethylhexanol. Additionally, stringent norms on industrial emissions are driving the demand for high performance fuels
which in turn, is expected to augment 2-ethylhexanol nitrate production. Furthermore, growth in the coatings industry is
anticipated to fuel the demand for 2-ethylhexanol in the near future. However, the declining trends of dioctyl phthalate may
curb the demand for 2-ethylhexanol over the next few years. Furthermore, it is toxic to humans when exposed and results
in dizziness, headache, throat irritation and sore eyes. Thus, regulations on the use of 2-ethylhexanol may hamper the
market within the forecast period.
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2-Ethylhexanol (2-EH) Market: Region-wise Outlook
The 2-ethylhexanol market is expected to demonstrate substantial growth within the forecast period thanks largely to the
promise shown by China – a country that is driving the demand not only in APAC but also worldwide. In 2012, Asia Pacific
consumed 60% of the global production of this 2-EH.