DOP Plasticizer is one of the most cost effective and widely available general purpose plasticizers

DOP Plasticizer is Eastman’s trade name for di-2-ethylhexyl phthalate, one of the most cost effective and widely available general purpose ortho-phthalates. It offers high stability to heat, good resistance to hydrolysis and low volatility.
DOP is a colorless viscous liquid that is soluble in oil but not in water. It is produced on a massive scale.
It is a general-purpose plasticizer
Di octyl phthalate (DOP) is one of the most cost effective and widely available general purpose plasticizers. It is the phthalate ester of the alcohol 2-ethyl hexanol, normally manufactured by dimerisation of butyraldehyde, itself synthesized from propylene. This light-coloured, non-toxic syrupy liquid is miscible and compatible with all monomeric plasticizers used in PVC compounding. It offers reasonable plasticizing efficiency, fusion rate and viscosity in flexible PVC compounds and plastisol applications. It has excellent low temperature flexibility, is extractable and resists hydrolysis.
It is used in the processing of polyvinyl chloride
Dioctyl phthalate (DOP) is one of the most common general-purpose plasticizers. It is used in PVC and ethyl cellulose resins to make plastic film, imitation leather, and electrical wire. It is cost effective and has a wide range of properties including high plasticizing efficiency, low volatility, and resistance to water extraction.
It is odorless and colorless and is soluble in organic solvents but not in water. It is highly stable and resistant to heat and ultraviolet light. It also has good stability against hydrolysis. It is a popular choice for manufacturers of screen printing inks.
Each plasticizer has its own unique set of performance characteristics. They are designed to provide designers with options that allow them to adjust their formulations without sacrificing key performance properties such as low density, cold flexibility, migratory behavior, and weatherability. Each plasticizer has its own advantages and disadvantages, but they all have excellent performance in a variety of applications.
It is used in the processing of high polymers
The use of plasticizers in polymers is an attempt to improve the workability and durability of the product by reducing its viscosity. However, the effect of the plasticizer on the polymer varies depending on its composition and the extent to which it is used. In some cases, small additions of plasticizer can have a noticeable impact on the performance of the product, while large additions can transform the polymer completely.
Eastman DOP Plasticizer is a low volatility, high-performance plasticizer that offers excellent resistance to hydrolysis and good stability to heat and ultraviolet light. It also provides low temperature flexibility and water extraction resistance. DOP is commonly used in PVC products such as chemical ground resins, acetate and ABS resins, and rubbers. It is also a useful ingredient in thermoplastic marking paint. It is also used in the manufacture of artificial leather, molded PVC and cables.
It is used in the manufacturing of plastics
DOP is a popular plasticizer that can be used in the manufacturing of various kinds of soft PVC products such as film, sheet plate, imitation leather, cable, and moulded plastic. It also has good softening effects in a variety of synthetic rubbers. It has many advantages, including good comprehensive performance, good mixing performance, high plasticizing efficiency, low volatility, and excellent water extraction resistance. It is soluble in hexane, alcohols, and other hydrocarbons.
Plasticizers are organic compounds that are added to polymers to facilitate processing and to increase the flexibility of the final product. They can be released during the manufacture of the polymer or may migrate from the plastics during their normal use. These migrations can contaminate the natural environment and pose health risks to humans. The migration stability of a polymer depends on its structure, chemical composition, molecular weight, and polarity. It is best to choose a primary plasticizer with the lowest possible molecular weight and polarity. In addition, it is important to avoid chlorinated paraffins in a plasticizer blend because they are known to be toxic.