CAS 117-84-0
Dioctyl Phthalate (DOP)
CAS 117-84-0C24H38O4390.56 g/mol
Dioctyl Phthalate (DOP) is a prominent plasticizer used primarily in the plastics industry to enhance the flexibility and durability of PVC products. Its clear, oily liquid form is ideal for processes demanding high plasticity and low-temperature performance. Not limited to plastics, DOP finds applications in rubber, resins, coatings, adhesives, and leather treatment. Its ability to improve tear resistance and film quality makes it indispensable in these industries. Typically supplied with a high purity level of ≥99%, DOP is crucial for manufacturers looking to optimize product performance in Kenya's import-reliant market.
Main applicationPlastics industry — Enhances flexibility in PVC products
Dioctyl Phthalate (DOP) is essential to industries relying on flexibility and durability of materials, such as the plastic and rubber sectors. In Kenya, where industrial chemicals are largely imported, DOP supports the production of flexible PVC and synthetic rubber, vital to manufacturing sectors like automotive and construction. Its multifaceted applications across coatings, adhesives, and electronics underscore its versatility and significance.
Also known as
- DOP
- DNOP
- Di-n-octyl phthalate

Trade pricing
Quoted per enquiry
Pricing depends on volume, grade and delivery point. Our desk responds within two working hours.
Available packaging
- Typically offered in 200 kg drums and IBCs for flexible industrial use.
Documentation
Batch-specific COA issued with every consignment.
Technical specifications
- CAS number
- 117-84-0
- Chemical formula
- C24H38O4
- Molecular weight
- 390.56 g/mol
- Grade
- Industrial grade
- Purity
- 99
- Appearance
- Colorless to pale yellow oily liquid
- Density
- 0.986 g/mL
- Density
- 0.986 g/mL
- Refractive Index
- ~1.485-1.487
- Boiling Point
- ~384 °C
- Purity
- 99 %
Dioctyl Phthalate, with the molecular formula C4H38O4 and a molecular weight of approximately 390.56 g/mol, is presented as a colorless to pale yellow oily liquid. It boasts a high purity of ≥99%, making it suitable for both industrial and analytical applications. Its properties include a density of ~0.986 g/mL at 20°C and a refractive index of ~1.485-1.487, indicating its readiness for use in processes where precision and consistency are vital. Buyers typically consider its purity, physical form, and process compatibility when determining its suitability for their applications.
Delivery
Dioctyl Phthalate (DOP) is dispatched from our Nairobi warehouse across Kenya, and export delivery is arranged to the wider East African market. Lead time depends on quantity and grade and is confirmed with your quotation — see delivery and collection for the towns we reach and how dispatch works.
Applications & uses
- Plastics industry — Enhances flexibility in PVC products
- Rubber and resin — Improves tear resistance in synthetic rubber
- Coatings and adhesives — Enhances film quality
- Inks and sealants — Improves adhesion
- Leather treatment — Increases softness and extensibility
- Hydraulic fluids — Used as a hydraulic fluid
- Electronics — Functions as a dielectric fluid in capacitors
Industries we supply this to
Why buy this from Sparks
- Enhances flexibility and ductility in PVC
- Improves tear resistance in synthetic rubbers
- Enhances adhesion and film quality in coatings
- Provides softness in leather treatments
- Optimizes performance as a hydraulic fluid
- Supports electronic component manufacturing with dielectric properties
Quality assurance
- Batches are checked against the specification values listed above before dispatch.
State what your process, auditor or customs clearance requires when you request a quotation, and it is confirmed with the quote.
Safety, handling & storage
Always consult the full Safety Data Sheet before handling. Personnel must use appropriate PPE and follow local regulations for storage, transport and disposal.
Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of Dioctyl Phthalate (DOP)?
The CAS registry number for Dioctyl Phthalate (DOP) is 117-84-0. Its chemical formula is C24H38O4, with a molecular weight of 390.56 g/mol. Quote this number when requesting a quotation or checking documentation, as it identifies the substance unambiguously regardless of the trade name used.
What are the other names for Dioctyl Phthalate (DOP)?
Dioctyl Phthalate (DOP) is also referred to as DOP, DNOP and Di-n-octyl phthalate. These names describe the same substance, so a specification or enquiry written against any of them can be matched to this product.
What grade of Dioctyl Phthalate (DOP) is supplied?
Dioctyl Phthalate (DOP) is supplied as Industrial grade. State the grade your process requires when requesting a quotation — where an alternative grade can be sourced, it is confirmed at quotation stage rather than assumed.
What is the purity of Dioctyl Phthalate (DOP)?
The purity/assay figure recorded for Dioctyl Phthalate (DOP) is 99. Figures are typical values for the grade supplied; the certificate of analysis for your specific batch is the authoritative record and can be provided on request.
What does Dioctyl Phthalate (DOP) look like?
Dioctyl Phthalate (DOP) is described as colorless to pale yellow oily liquid. Appearance is a useful first check on receipt of goods, though it does not replace the certificate of analysis for confirming that the material meets specification.
What is Dioctyl Phthalate (DOP) used for?
Common applications include plastics industry — Enhances flexibility in PVC products, rubber and resin — Improves tear resistance in synthetic rubber, coatings and adhesives — Enhances film quality, inks and sealants — Improves adhesion, leather treatment — Increases softness and extensibility and hydraulic fluids — Used as a hydraulic fluid. The suitability of the product for a particular process depends on the grade and specification required, which is worth confirming against your own process conditions.
Which industries use Dioctyl Phthalate (DOP)?
Dioctyl Phthalate (DOP) is supplied to the Water Treatment, Food Processing & Beverage, Agriculture & Agrochemicals, Mining & Minerals, Construction & Admixtures, Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare, Cosmetics & Personal Care, Cleaning & Detergents, Paints, Coatings & Inks, Textile & Leather Tanning, Oil, Gas & Energy and Laboratories & Research sectors. These are the industries this product is listed against in our catalogue; if your application falls outside them, we can advise on suitability before you order.
What packaging is Dioctyl Phthalate (DOP) available in?
Dioctyl Phthalate (DOP) is supplied in Typically offered in 200 kg drums and IBCs for flexible industrial use. Where a different pack size or bulk delivery is required, it is confirmed at quotation stage against availability rather than listed here as standard.
What is the HS code for Dioctyl Phthalate (DOP)?
Dioctyl Phthalate (DOP) is recorded against the EC number 204-214-7 and the HS customs code 291732. Quote this on customs and export paperwork; it is confirmed again on the commercial invoice for your specific consignment.
References
Technical information on this page was compiled from the following published sources. Safety and handling data always comes from the supplier’s own safety data sheet.
- 1.Di-n-octyl phthalatewebbook.nist.gov
- 2.di-N-Octyl Phthalate | C24H38O4 | CID 8346 - PubChempubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3.Kenya Dioctyl orthophthalates exports by country | 2024 | Datawits.worldbank.org
- 4.Dioctyl phthalate = 99.5 117-81-7sigmaaldrich.com
- 5.News - Industry applications and specific uses of DOP dioctyl phthalateaojinchem.com
- 6.DOP Technical Data Sheet Di-octyl phthalate (DOinnocheminternational.com
- 7.Troubleshooting forum - ScienceDirectsciencedirect.com
- 8.PHTHALATES AND BISPHENOLSipen.org
- 9.Connect with Verified Dioctyl Buyers in Kenya | Volzavolza.com
- 10.Buy Dioctyl Phthalate (DOP) in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania & Rwanda | Finstarfinstarindustrialchemicals.com
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