Product description of dioctyl terephthalate (DOTP) plasticizer**
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DOTPdioctyl terephthalate |
Test Project |
High-grade Products |
First Class Products |
Result |
Appearance |
Transparent oily liquid with no visible impurities |
qualified |
Color, (Platinum Cobalt) Number |
≤20 |
≤40 |
20 |
Flash point, ºC |
≥210 |
≥210 |
211 |
Purity,% |
≥99.5 |
≥99.0 |
99.65 |
Moisture,% |
≤0.03 |
≤0.05 |
0.013 |
Density (20 ºC), g/cm3 |
0.981-0.985 |
0.981-0.985 |
0.982 |
Volume resistivity,1010 Ω· m. |
≥3 |
≥2 |
11.34 |
Acid value, mgKOH/g |
≤0.02 |
≤0.03 |
0.0065 |
alcohol content, mg/kg |
≤100 |
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58 |
DOTP Product Specification(Di(2-ethylhexyl) terephthalate)
1. Product Overview
- Product Name: DOTP (Di(2-ethylhexyl) terephthalate)
- Chemical Name: Di(2-ethylhexyl) terephthalate
- Molecular Formula: C24H38O4
- CAS No. : 6422-86-2
- Appearance: Colorless transparent liquid with no mechanical impurities
2. Physical and Chemical Properties
Item |
Specification |
Density (20ºC, g/cm³) |
0.984-0.988 |
Flash Point (ºC) |
≥195 |
Acid Value (mg KOH/g) |
≤0.1 |
Color (APHA) |
≤50 |
Ester Content (%) |
≥99.0 |
Heating Loss (%) |
≤0.2 |
3. Application Fields
- Plastics Processing: Widely used as a plasticizer in PVC products, such as cable compounds, artificial leather, films, and sheets.
- Rubber Industry: Improves processing performance and cold resistance of rubber.
- Coatings & Inks: Enhances film-forming properties and flexibility.
- Others: Adhesives, sealants, lubricants, etc.
4. Product Advantages
- Environmental Friendly: Free of phthalates, compliant with EU REACH, RoHS, and other environmental regulations.
- High Temperature Resistance: Low volatility, suitable for long-term use at -40ºC to 100ºC.
- Excellent Compatibility: High compatibility with PVC resins, resulting in transparent products.
- Low Migration: Strong extraction resistance, suitable for food-contact materials.
5. Usage Instructions
- Formulation Design: Recommended dosage is 10-50 phr (parts per hundred resin) based on PVC product requirements.
- Mixing Process: Uniformly mix with PVC resin, stabilizers, and other additives in a high-speed mixer before processing.
6. Packaging & Storage
- Packaging: Galvanized steel drums (200kg/drum) or ISO tank containers (10-20 tons/tank).
- Storage: Store in a cool, dry, and ventilated place, away from direct sunlight and ignition sources.
7. Safety Information
- Hazard Classification: Non-hazardous chemical (according to GHS standards).
- Protective Measures: Wear gloves and safety goggles to avoid direct skin and eye contact.
- First Aid:
- Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water.
- Eye Contact: Rinse with flowing water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention.
8. Precautions
- Avoid mixing with strong oxidants and acids.
- Test compatibility with other additives before use.
9. Shelf Life
12 months under recommended storage conditions.














