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Dioctyl phthalate

SKU 17378516 CAS 117-84-0 C6H4(COOCH2(CH2)6CH3)2 MW 390.56 Made to order Bulk quantities on request

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Dioctyl phthalate is a plasticizer used to increase the flexibility and workability of plastics, particularly polyvinyl chloride (PVC). It is also used in adhesives, sealants, and coatings. CAS: 117-84-0, Molecular Formula: C24H38O4, Molecular Weight: 390.56 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: Danger. Molekula supplies Dioctyl phthalate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

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  • 25 g — £35.80 per pack ex VAT · £42.96 inc. VAT

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Specifications

Property Value
Appearance Colourless liquid
Density 0.983 - 0.985
Refractive Index 1.486 - 1.487
Flash Point ≥195 ℃
Water 0.1%
Viscosity 77 - 82
Identification Conforms to reference
Assay ≥98.0%
Acidity ≤0.10%
Chroma (Pb-Co) ≤30

Storage & handling

Property Value
Storage Temperature Ambient
Flash Point 109 °C
Transport Class 9
Packing Group III
Acidity Neutral

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Property Value
Appearance Clear, oily liquid
Melting Point 25 °C
Boiling Point 220 °C
Water Solubility 0.022 mg/L at 25 °C
Vapour Pressure 1.0 × 10⁻⁷ mmHg at 25 °C
Refractive Index 1.485
log P (octanol/water) 8.10

Source: PubChem CID 8346 (HSDB, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA))

Identification

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SKU 17378516
CAS Number 117-84-0
IUPAC Name dioctyl benzene-1,2-dicarboxylate
EC Number 204-214-7
Molecular Formula C6H4(COOCH2(CH2)6CH3)2
Molecular Weight 390.56
Exact Mass 390.277
SMILES CCCCCCCCOC(=O)C1=CC=CC=C1C(=O)OCCCCCCCC
InChIKey MQIUGAXCHLFZKX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI InChI=1S/C24H38O4/c1-3-5-7-9-11-15-19-27-23(25)21-17-13-14-18-22(21)24(26)28-20-16-12-10-8-6-4-2/h13-14,17-18H,3-12,15-16,19-20H2,1-2H3
PubChem CID 8346
UN Number UN3082
REACH Code Y110
TSCA Listed Yes
HTS Code 2917320000
Tariff Code 2917320090

Safety & GHS

Danger
  • GHS pictogram — Corrosive Corrosive GHS05
  • GHS pictogram — Health Hazard Health Hazard GHS07
  • GHS pictogram — Serious Health Hazard Serious Health Hazard GHS08
  • GHS pictogram — Hazardous to the Environment Hazardous to the Environment GHS09

Hazard statements

  • H315 Causes skin irritation
  • H318 Causes serious eye damage
  • H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
  • H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements

  • P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
  • P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
  • P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
  • P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing

Documents

Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch

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Synonyms

  • Bis(n-octyl) phthalate
  • Celluflex DOP
  • DI-N-OCTYL PHTHALATE
  • Dinopol NOP
  • Dioctyl 1,2-benzenedicarboxylate
  • DNOP
  • n-Octyl phthalate
  • Phthalic acid, dioctyl ester
  • Px-138
  • Vinicizer 85

Frequently asked questions

What is dioctyl phthalate used for?

Dioctyl phthalate is primarily used as a plasticizer in polyvinyl chloride (PVC) products to increase flexibility and durability.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of dioctyl phthalate?

The formula is C6H4(COOCH2(CH2)6CH3)2 with a molecular weight of 390.56 g/mol.

How should dioctyl phthalate be stored?

It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from direct sunlight and incompatible materials.

What grade of dioctyl phthalate does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies technical grade dioctyl phthalate suitable for industrial applications.

Can Molekula supply dioctyl phthalate in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply dioctyl phthalate in bulk quantities; please contact us for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with a purchase of dioctyl phthalate?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) compliant with GHS standards.

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