DOP
DOP Plasticizer (Bis(2-Ethylhexyl) Phthalate) is a light colored, low volatility, odorless liquid. It is the most widely used all-purpose plasticizer for use with polyvinyl chloride (PVC) resins. It is insoluble in water and has a viscosity of 56 cP at 25°C. DOP features good stability to heat and ultraviolet light, a broad range of compatibility, and excellent resistance to hydrolysis.
Dioctyl Phthalate (DOP) is a plasticizer used in the production of flexible polyvinyl chloride (PVC) plastic. Dioctyl Phthalate is one of the most widely used plasticizers in PVC due to its low cost. DOP is a general-purpose plasticizer and long-time industry standard known for its good stability to heat and ultraviolet light, and broad range of compatibility for use with PVC resins. Dioctyl Phthalate can also be used as dielectric and hydraulic fluids. DOP is also a solvent for many products, such as in glowsticks, cosmatics adhesives, Paints inks, Flexible PVC compounds, Garden hose, Gaskets-NFC etc.
| Properties | |
| Chemical formula | C24H38O4 |
| Molar mass | 390.564 g·mol−1 |
| Appearance | Clear viscous liquid |
| Density | 0.984 g/Ml |
| Boiling point | 400 °C (752 °F; 673 K) |