Di Iso Butyl Phthalate (MAXFLEX 400 P I)
- HS Code: 29173910
- CAS NO. : 84-69-5
- General Description
- Chemical Properties
- Technical Specification
- Applications
- Compliance and Certifications
- Packaging Details
- Key Features/Benefits
- Storage and Handling
General Description
Di-Iso-Butyl Phthalate (DIBP) is a widely used phthalate ester plasticizer known for its excellent solvency, fast fusion characteristics, and compatibility with a broad range of polymers. It is a clear, colorless to pale yellow oily liquid with low volatility and good permanence.
DIBP is primarily used to impart flexibility, softness, and improved processing behavior to plastics and elastomers. Due to its lower viscosity compared to DBP, it offers improved flow, faster gelation, and enhanced processing efficiency in PVC, cellulose resins, and coating formulations. It is also used as a solvent and plasticizing aid in adhesives, inks, and specialty chemical systems.
Chemical Properties
• Molecular Weight: 278.34 g/mol
• Physical State: Liquid
• Appearance: Clear
• Odor: Mild, characteristic
• Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in most organic solvents
• Boiling Point: ~327°C
• Stability: Stable under normal storage and processing conditions
Technical Specification
•Viscosity @ 20°C (Absolute Viscosity in Cp): 14,000 – 16,000 Centipoise
•Acidity as Acid % by mass: ≤ 0.010 %
•Water, % by weight: ≤ 0.100 %
•Specific Gravity @ 27°C: 1.030 – 1.040 gm/ml
• Appearance: Clear
•Color: ≤ 20.000 APHA
•Ester Content: 99.500 – 100.000 %
•Volatile Loss % Max: 0.10% @ 110 Deg C for 2 Hrs
Applications
Plastics and Polymer Compounds : Used as a plasticizer to impart flexibility, improved low-temperature performance, and enhanced mechanical properties.
Inks and Printing Applications : Used to improve ink flow, adhesion, and flexibility in printing inks and specialty coatings.
Adhesives and Sealants : Used to enhance compatibility, flexibility, and bonding performance in adhesive formulations.
Industrial Formulations : Used as a processing aid in specialty chemical systems requiring controlled plasticization and stability.
Compliance and Certifications
ISO and REACH
Packaging Details
235 KG HDPE Drums
Key Features/Benefits
• Excellent plasticizing efficiency
• Lower viscosity for improved processing and flow
• Good compatibility with PVC, cellulose resins, and elastomers
• Faster fusion and gelation compared to DBP
• Enhances flexibility, surface finish, and processing efficiency
Storage and Handling
Storage:
• Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area
• Keep containers tightly closed
• Protect from direct sunlight and heat sources
• Refer to COA for recommended shelf life
Handling:
• Use appropriate PPE such as gloves and safety goggles
• Avoid prolonged skin contact and inhalation
• Ensure adequate ventilation during handling
• Follow standard industrial chemical handling practices
