DBP (Dibutyl Phthalate)

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Introduction and Uses

Dibutyl Phthalate is also known as DBP, Plasticiser DBP, Di-(n-butil-ether)-ortho-phthalic acid; and has CAS # 84-74-2.

Uses

Plasticization of vinyl resins and other kinds of polymers in production of cable flexible PVC, artificial leather, rubber products, polymeric building materials, linoleum, film and sheet / plate materials, packing films, PVC gaskets, etc.

Used primarily as a plasticizer for nitrocellulose, polyvinyl acetate and polyvinyl chloride; used in plastisol formulations for carpet back coating and other vinyl compounds; in the manufacture of various paints, varnishes and lacquers, medical supplies (such as transfusion and dental materials), safety glasses for automobiles, plastic food wrap, cosmetics, such as nail polishes and paper coatings; textile lubricant agent; insect repellent for impregnation of clothing; concrete additive; solvent for perfume oils; perfume fixative; stabilizer in rocket propellants; solvent for chlorinated rubber and resins; in adhesives; in printing inks; desensitizing agent for nitroglycerin; reaction media for chemical reactions.