Main applications of dioctyl phthalate_Kain Industrial Additives

background and overview[1] dioctyl phthalate is a colorless or light yellow transparent liquid with a special odor. its boiling point is 386°c and its relative density is 0.980~0.983 (20/4°c). insoluble in water, soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and ether. it is prepared by the esterification reaction of phthalic anhydride and 2-ethylhexanol. it is…