Dibutyl phthalate (DBP) 25kg
Dibutyl phthalate (DBP) is primarily used as a plasticizer to increase the flexibility and durability of various polymers, most notably polyvinyl chloride (PVC). By reducing intermolecular forces between plastic chains, it allows rigid materials to become soft and pliable.
Due to its role as an endocrine disruptor, its use in consumer products—especially children’s toys and cosmetics—has been heavily restricted or banned in many regions, including the US and EU.
Dibutyl phthalate (DBP) 25kg
Primary Industrial Uses
Plasticizer for PVC: Transforms rigid PVC into flexible products such as sewage pipes, hoses, tubing, and wire/cable insulation.
Adhesives and Sealants: Used as a softener and bonding agent in PVA adhesives (for paper and wood), epoxy resins, and construction grouting.
Coatings and Inks: Enhances film formation and prevents cracking in nitrocellulose paints, lacquers, varnishes, and screen-printing inks.
Aerospace and Military: Acts as a plasticizer in solid rocket propellants and explosives.
Textiles and Leather: Used in the treatment of leather and as a lubricating agent in textile manufacturing.
Dibutyl phthalate (DBP) 25kg
Historical and Restricted Consumer Uses
While many of these applications are now banned or phased out in major jurisdictions, DBP has historically been used in:
Cosmetics: As a solvent for dyes and a plasticizer in nail polish to prevent chipping and brittleness.
Personal Care: As a fixative for perfumes and fragrances, helping scents last longer.
Household Items: Found in shower curtains, raincoats, vinyl flooring, floor tiles, and car interiors.
Children’s Products: Formerly used in soft plastic toys and baby equipment (now widely banned).
Food Packaging: Used in certain food wraps and plastic containers, though it is prone to leaching into fatty foods.
Chemical Properties Supporting These Uses
Compatibility: High compatibility with a wide range of resins and elastomers.
Low Temperature Resistance: Provides flexibility even in cold environments.
Solvent Capabilities: Excellent for dissolving perfume oils and modifying resins.
Dibutyl phthalate (DBP) 25kg
