Di Ethyl Phthalate (DEP) CAS No.84-66-2
Di Ethyl Phthalate is a plasticizer largely used in the manufacture of perfumery compounds, agarbatti (incense sticks) and as a fixative in the manufacture of perfumes, attars, etc., DiEthyl phthalate plasticizer is also used in the processing of Cellulose Acetate. DEP is also used as a denaturant for Ethyl Alcohol.
Properties
Diethyl phthalate plasticizer is a colourless and odourless liquid. It is soluble in most of organic solvents. DiEthyl Phthalate (DEP) is insoluble in white/paraffin hydrocarbon oils. It is insoluble in water.
Test |
Condition |
Value |
Colour |
APHA |
10 max |
Specific Gravity |
At 270C |
1.112 - 1.118 |
Solution Temperature |
KF Method |
0.15 Max |
Purity |
GC |
99.5% Min |
Packing
Bulk in tanker loads, 225 kgs in MS or HDPE Barrels, 1 Mt. IBC, ISO Tank Container.