DIBUTYL PHTHALATE- ▸ Plasticizer: Flexibilizer for polymers, films, and coatings
- ▸ Chemical intermediate: Synthesis of dyes, phthalimide, and anthranilic acid
- ▸ Laboratory reagent: Analytical and laboratory reagent
- ▸ Fragrance: Component in synthetic perfume bases
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Transport classification per the UN Model Regulations / 49 CFR 172.101 Hazardous Materials Table. Confirm against the grade-specific SDS (Section 14) before shipping.
Di-n-butyl phthalate (CAS 84-74-2) is an ester of ortho-phthalic acid. It is used as a plasticizer, as a chemical intermediate in organic synthesis, and as a laboratory reagent; it is also used in synthetic perfume bases.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is di-n-butyl phthalate used for?
Di-n-butyl phthalate (DBP, CAS 84-74-2) is primarily used as a plasticizer to flexibilize polymers, films, and coatings. It also serves as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of dyes, phthalimide, and anthranilic acid, as a laboratory reagent, and as a component in synthetic perfume bases.
What are the other names for di-n-butyl phthalate?
It is commonly abbreviated DBP and is also referred to as dibutyl phthalate or n-butyl phthalate. The unambiguous identifier for procurement is CAS 84-74-2 (molecular formula C16H22O4), an ester of ortho-phthalic acid.
How is di-n-butyl phthalate shipped and classified for transport?
For transport documentation it is associated with UN 3082 (N-butyl phthalate). Its HS classification is 2917.34 (esters of orthophthalic acid: other). Refer to the product SDS for the full transport profile and packaging requirements before booking freight.
Is di-n-butyl phthalate the same as DEHP?
No. DBP (CAS 84-74-2) is the di-n-butyl diester, while DEHP is di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate, a separate compound with a different CAS and longer alkyl chains. Both are ortho-phthalate plasticizers but are not interchangeable in specification.
What is the cost of bulk di-n-butyl phthalate?
Bulk pricing depends on grade, packaging (drums, IBCs, totes), volume, and destination. Request a current quote with your target quantity and ship-to location; we supply a CoA and SDS with each shipment.