Dioctyl Terephthalate, Bis 2-ethylhexyl Terephthalate, DOTP, 6422-86-2

Dioctyl Terephthalate, Bis 2-ethylhexyl Terephthalate, DOTP, 6422-86-2

Dioctyl Terephthalate (DOTP) is a non-phthalate plasticizer used in the polymer industry. It is an ester of terephthalic acid and 2-ethylhexanol. DOTP is known for its excellent plasticizing efficiency, good processing performance, superior thermal aging stability, high dielectric properties, high cold resistance, and low volatility.

Properties:

• Chemical Formula: C24H38O4

• Molecular Weight: 390.56 g/mol

• Appearance: Clear and slightly yellowish liquid

• Purity: Minimum 99.0%

• Acid Value: Maximum 0.01%

• Water Content: Maximum 0.1%

• Specific Gravity: 0.986±0.002 g/ml (at 20°C)

• Flash Point: 210°C

• Freezing Point: -50°C

• Boiling Point: 400°C (at 760 mmHg)

Applications:

• Flooring: Used in various types of flooring materials

• Food Packaging: Stretch films and other packaging materials

• Toys: Safe for use in toys

• Medical Applications: Used in medical devices and equipment

• Cables and Wires: Used in the production of cables and wires

DOTP is preferred over other plasticizers like DOP (Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate) due to its non-carcinogenic nature and lower migration rate, making it safer for use in products that come into direct contact with humans.

Dioctyl Terephthalate (DOTP) is also known by several other names:

• Bis(2-ethylhexyl) terephthalate

• Di(2-ethylhexyl) terephthalate

• DOTP

• 6422-86-2 (CAS number)

Comparison of Five Phthalates