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Bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate

Chemical identity, technical indicators, performance and application reference. Confirm specifications and regulatory suitability against supplier documentation.

Molecular structure for Bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate

Chemical identity

English nameBis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
English synonymsDi(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate;DEHP;Dioctyl phthalate;DOP
Chinese name邻苯二甲酸二辛酯
Chinese synonyms邻苯二甲酸二(2-乙基己基)酯;酞酸二辛酯;DEHP;DOP
Chemical categoryPlasticizers
CAS No.117-81-7
EINECS No.204-211-0
Molecular formulaC24H38O4
Molecular weight390.56
PubChem structure images are reference depictions, not proof of composition, purity, grade, or regulatory status. Mixtures and polymers may not have a single representative structure.

Technical indicators

Ester content ≥99.5%; acidity (as phthalic acid) ≤0.01%; water ≤0.1%; color (Pt-Co) ≤30; flash point ≥200°C

Performance characteristics

Colorless oily liquid, insoluble in water, soluble in most organic solvents

Application scenarios

PVC plasticizer (wire and cable, film, artificial leather), also used in rubber, coatings, adhesives