DOTP
Dioctyl Terephthalate
Description
Dioctyl Terephthalate (DOTP) is a next-generation plasticizer and a non-phthalate alternative to DOP. Due to its terephthalate structure, it is safer and more environmentally friendly, making it suitable for sensitive industries such as food contact materials, packaging, and medical products.
Features and Benefits:
.Excellent compatibility with PVC resins
.Good thermal and light stability
.Balanced viscosity and easy processing
.Cost-effective for general applications
Applications:
PVC films, transparent hoses, wire and cable coatings, medical equipment, and eco-friendly products.
| Property | Value | Unit | Standard |
|---|---|---|---|
 Appearance | Colorless – Transparent Liquid | - | Internal Method |
 Color | 20 Max | HU | ASTM-D-1045-86 |
 Acidity | 0.02 Max | mg KOH/g | ASTM D-1045 |
 Water Content | 0.1 | wt.% | ASTM-E-203 |
 Refractive Index | 1.444 – 1.450 | - | ASTM-D-1045-86 |
 Density | 0.984-0.986 | gr/cm³ | ASTM-D-1045-86 |
 Boiling Point | 385 | C | Internal Method |
 Melting Point | -45 | C | Internal Method |
 Viscosity at 20°C | 65-70 | cp | ASTM-D-1045-86 |
