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Diethyl phthalate, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Diethyl phthalate is used in the production of perfumes, acetyl salicylic acid, plastics and mosquito repellents. It is used in cosmetic formulations and personal care products such as sprays, nail polishes, and perfumes. It acts as an alcohol denaturant. It is also used as a camphor substitute, plasticizer in solid rocket propellants and wetting agent. It finds application as a surface lubricant in food and pharmaceutical packaging. In addition to this, it is used as a detergent base and aerosol spray.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Diethyl phthalate is used in the production of perfumes, acetyl salicylic acid, plastics and mosquito repellents. It is used in cosmetic formulations and personal care products such as sprays, nail polishes, and perfumes. It acts as an alcohol denaturant. It is also used as a camphor substitute, plasticizer in solid rocket propellants and wetting agent. It finds application as a surface lubricant in food and pharmaceutical packaging. In addition to this, it is used as a detergent base and aerosol spray.
Solubility
Miscible with ethanol, chloroform, diethyl ether, benzene, acetone, vegetable oils, ketones, carbon tetrachloride, esters, aromatic hydrocarbons and methanol. Slightly miscible with water and aliphatic solvents.
Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, permanganates and alkalies. Store in a cool place.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | -64°C |
| Density | 1.118 |
| Boiling Point | 296°C to 298°C |
| Flash Point | 160°C (320°F) |
| Refractive Index | 1.502 |
| Quantity | 1000 g |
| Beilstein | 1912500 |
| Merck Index | 14,7371 |
| Solubility Information | Miscible with ethanol,chloroform,diethyl ether,benzene,acetone,vegetable oils,ketones,carbon tetrachloride,esters,aromatic hydrocarbons and methanol. Slightly miscible with water and aliphatic solvents. |
| Formula Weight | 222.24 |
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Certificates
Certificates
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| Lot Number | Certificate Type | Date | Catalog Number |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10251514 | Certificate of Analysis | 30/08/2024 | A17529.0E,A17529.0B,A17529.30 |
| 10147659 | Certificate of Analysis | 01/06/2022 | A17529.0E,A17529.0B,A17529.30 |
| 10141477 | Certificate of Analysis | 23/11/2021 | A17529.0E,A17529.0B,A17529.30 |
| 5008A05N | Certificate of Analysis | 23/11/2021 | A17529.0E,A17529.0B,A17529.30 |
| D3368A | Certificate of Analysis | 23/11/2021 | A17529.0E,A17529.0B,A17529.30 |
Safety and Handling
- Diethyl phthalate
- Warning
- Reproductive toxicity Category 2
- H361-Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P201-Obtain special instructions before use.
- P202-Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
- P308+P313-IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
- P405-Store locked up.
- P501-Dispose of contents/container to in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations..
RUO – Research Use Only
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