Di Butyl Phthalate (DBP)
Dibutyl phthalate (DBP) is an organic compound which is commonly used as a plasticizer because of its low toxicity and wide liquid range. With the chemical formula C6H4(CO2C4H9)2, it is a colorless oil, although commercial samples are often yellow.
- Synonyms
- Butylphthalate
- Chemical Formula
- C16H22O4
- CAS Number
- 84-74-2
Characteristics
- Melting Point
- −35 °C
- Boiling Point
- 340 °C
- Density
- 1.05 g/cm3 at 20 °C
Uses and Applications
Key applications
- Solvents