Diethyl Phthalate NF
CAS Number: 84-66-2
Grade: NF, Perfume
Packaging: Metal Drum
Synonyms: DEP NF
CAS Number: 84-66-2
Grade: NF, Perfume
Packaging: Metal Drum
Synonyms: DEP NF
Diethyl Phthalate NF
Diethyl phthalate (DEP), also known as diethyl ester and designated NF. It is a diester from the class of organic compounds called phthalate esters.
Chemical Formula: C₁₂H₁₄O₄
CAS Number: 84-66-2
Grade: NF, Perfume
Appearance: Colorless liquid with a bitter taste.
Uses:
Plasticizer: DEP was historically a common plasticizer, added to plastics to improve their flexibility and workability.
Solvent: Diethyl phthalate NF is used as a solvent and carrier for fragrance and flavor ingredients in the fragrance and flavor industry.
Fixative: It serves as a fragrance fixative, helping to prolong the scent and improve the longevity of fragrances in cosmetic formulations.
Industry and Common Applications:
Cosmetics and Personal Care Products: In the past, DEP was used in some cosmetic and personal care products due to its solvent properties.
Pharmaceutical Industry: Diethyl phthalate NF is used as a solvent and plasticizer in formulating oral medications, tablets, capsules, and topical pharmaceutical products.
Fragrance and Flavor Industry: It helps stabilize and disperse fragrances and flavors in consumer products such as perfumes, air fresheners, candles, and food flavorings.