Thirumalai Chemicals DIETHYL PHTHALATE - 84-66-2

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family: Phthalates
Chemical Name: Diethyl Phthalate
Base Chemicals Functions: Diluent,
Dye,
Fixative,
Lubricant,
Plasticizer,
Solvent,
Wetting Agent
CAS No.: 84-66-2
EC No.: 201-550-6
Technologies: Base Chemicals & Intermediates
Product Families: Base Chemicals & Intermediates — Solvents
Other Solvents
Technical Analysis

Applications & Uses

Markets: Paints & Coatings
Applications: Paints & Coatings — Other Paints & Coatings Applications
Applicable Processes: Cosmetic Production,
Dye Manufacturing,
Film Manufacturing,
Insecticide Manufacturing,
Paint Manufacturing,
Pharmaceutical Excipient Production,
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing,
Propellant Manufacturing,
Toiletries Manufacturing,
Toys Making,
Varnish Manufacturing
Base Chemicals End Uses: Automotive Applications,
Biomedical Applications,
Food Packaging Products,
Fragrances,
Medical Treatment Tubing,
Mosquito Repellents,
Parts,
Pharmaceutical Packaging,
Sheets,
Toothbrushes
Products and Applications: Diethyl Phthalate is used :

In perfumery as a fixative and solvent.

Asa solvent for nitro-cellulose and cellulose acetate in manufacturing of varnishes & paints.

In the manufacture of insecticides and mosquito repellants

As additive in polysulfide rubber to reduce shear strength & for easy mixing

As a dye accelerate for triacetate dyes

As alcohol denaturant

In solid rocket propellants

Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Chemical Formula	C12H14o4	-	-
Molecular weight	222.24	-	-
Colour, pt-co-scale	max. 30	APHA	-
Acidity as Phthalic acid,	max. 0.01	Wt . %	-
Specific gravity at 25°C	1.115-1.118	-	-
Viscosity at 25°C	8-12	CPS	-
Refractive index at 25°C	1.500-1.505	-	-
Moisture content	max. 0.30	Wt. %	-
Ester content	min. 99.00	Wt. %	-
Purity by Gas Chromatography Min	min. 99.00	Wt . %	-

Safety & Health

Health Hazard: Diethyl Phthalate has low acute toxicity, low eye and skin irritation and sensitizing potential. It is recommended to wear Safety Goggles while handling this material .
Always refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for detailed information on safety
Fire and Explosion Hazard: Diethyl Phthalate may occur under fire condition,so wear full protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus with full face piece operated in pressure -demand or other positive pressure mode. It is essential to store or handle the material in a well ventilated area from any source of ignation.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type: Totes (IBC)
Packaging: Full Container Load
1. HMHDPE & GI Barrels. Net Weight - 225 Kg

2. IBC. Net Weight - 1000 /1125 Kg

Full Container Load
1. Packed in 225 Kg, HMHDPE Barrels
80 Barrels x 225 kgs = 18 MT/FCL
2. Packed in 225 Kg, Gl Barrels
80 Barrels x 225 kgs = 18 MT/FCL

3. ISO container - 20 -24 MT net
4. Packed in 1.0 Mt IBC
18 IBX C1. 0 Mt- 18 Mt
5. Packed in 1.125 Mt IBC
18 IBC X 1.125 Mt - 20.25 Mt

Storage & Handling

Storage: Diethyl Phthalate should be stored in a cool, dry, well ventilated area away from sources of ignition. Wear safety goggles, rubber gloves and apron while handling the material.