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Dioctyl Phthalate

Other Names: Di(2-ethylhexyl) Phthalate, DOP
Formula: C
6H4 [COOCH2CH(C2H5)C4H9]2
Sp. Gr.: 0.99
Viscosity: 66-88 cPs.

Remarks: Light colored, odorless liquid; pour point -46°C / -50°F; flash point 220°C / 425°F; vapor pressure nil; insoluble in water; miscible with mineral oil. Used as a plasticizer for many resins and synthetic rubbers, used as a barrier fluid in handling TDI an other foam liquids.

Pump Notes: Cast iron construction is satisfactory. PTFE and Kalrez® are the best elastomers to use although Viton® is fair. Mechanical shaft seal is recommended.

Kalrez® and Viton® are registered trademarks of DuPont Dow Elastomers®, L.L.C.