Mono(2-ethylhexyl)maleate
Synonyms
2-Butenedioic acid (Z)-, mono(2-ethylhexyl) ester;
2-Ethylhexyl hydrogen maleate;
Category
Anionic Surfactant
> Carboxylate
>> Ester Carboxylate
>>> Dicarboxylic Ester Salt
>>> Maleate
Chemical Numbering System
CASRN：7423-42-9
EINECS：231-048-2
Molecular Formula & Molecular Weight
Molecular Formula: C12H20O4
Molecular Weight: 228.28
Structure
Properties
Appearance (1), liquid.
Solubility slightly soluble in water.
Stability stable. Easily oxidized.
Risk Liquid form: flammable material; irritation, irritation to skin, eye, respiratory system. Harmful products of combustion are CO, CO2 and so on. Contact with strong oxidants, can cause to burn.
GHS (Rev.10) label: 
Ecology may be hazardous to environment. Water body should be given special attention.
Biodegradability biodegradable.
Characteristics excellent film-forming, dispersing, emulsifying abilities.
Synthesis
Quality Standards & Test Methods
1, Physical and chemical indexes
|
Item |
Physical and chemical indexes |
|
Liquid |
|
|
Actives, %, ≥ |
95.0 |
Test Methods
(1), Actives
GB/T 13173 Surface active agents - Detergents - Testing methods
2, Hazardous substances indexes
|
Item |
Hazardous substances indexes |
|
Liquid |
|
|
Heavy metals (as Pb), mg/Kg, ≤ |
20 |
|
As, mg/Kg, ≤ |
3 |
Test Methods
(1), Heavy metals (as Pb)
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30799 The test method of food detergents - Determination of heavy metals
(2), As
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30797 The test method of food detergents - Determination of total arsenic
3, Further explanation
(a), On physical and chemical indexes: firstly, shall be indicated carbon atom distribution; secondly, shall be indicated average molecular weight.
Major Uses
1, Typical applications
Use as monomer.
Manufacturers
Update: 20190215(1);