ShivaSOL™ Di-Octyl Phthalate (DOP)
Manufactured by Shivtek Spechemi Industries Ltd, SHIVASOL™ Di-Octyl Phthalate (DOP) is an industry-standard primary plasticizer designed to improve the flexibility, durability, and processing performance of flexible PVC compounds. It delivers excellent compatibility, low volatility, and consistent plasticization across a wide range of industrial applications.
Product Overview
Reliable Plasticization for High-Performance Flexible PVC Applications
SHIVASOL™ Di-Octyl Phthalate (DOP) is a clear, oily phthalate ester widely used as the primary plasticizer in flexible PVC manufacturing. It enhances flexibility, softness, durability, and low-temperature performance while maintaining excellent compatibility with PVC resins and other formulation components.
Its high purity, low volatility, and proven processing characteristics make it a preferred choice for manufacturers producing wire and cable compounds, flexible films, flooring, footwear, coated fabrics, and automotive PVC components. SHIVASOL™ DOP supports efficient processing, consistent product quality, and cost-effective large-scale manufacturing.
Industries & Applications
Supporting Manufacturers Across Diverse Industries
SHIVASOL™ Di-Octyl Phthalate (DOP) is widely used in flexible PVC formulations requiring superior flexibility, durability, and long-term performance.
| Industries | Applications |
|---|---|
| Wire & Cable | Used as the primary plasticizer in PVC insulation and cable jacketing compounds to improve flexibility and processing performance. |
| Flexible Films | Applied in calendered, cast, and blown PVC films for packaging, agricultural films, and general-purpose flexible film applications. |
| Footwear & Flooring | Enhances flexibility, durability, and wear resistance in PVC shoe soles, footwear components, and resilient flooring materials. |
| Coated Fabrics | Used in PVC-coated textiles, tarpaulins, artificial leather, and industrial fabrics requiring flexibility and weather resistance. |
| Automotive | Used in PVC automotive interiors, dashboards, trim components, sealants, and underbody protection materials. |
Product Specifications
| Property Name | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | SHIVASOL™ Di-Octyl Phthalate (DOP) |
| Chemical Formula | C₂₄H₃₈O₄ |
| CAS Number | 117-81-7 |
| HS Code | 29173910 |
| Physical State | Clear Oily Liquid |
| Purity | ≥99.5% |
| Molecular Weight | 390.6 g/mol |
| Viscosity (25°C) | ~81 cP |
| Flash Point | ≥196°C |
| Specific Gravity | 0.983–0.988 |
| Color (Pt-Co) | ≤20 APHA |
Key Benefits
Excellent Plasticization Performance
Improves the flexibility, softness, and durability of flexible PVC products across diverse applications.
High Purity for Consistent Results
Manufactured with ≥99.5% purity to support reliable processing and consistent product quality.
Excellent PVC Compatibility
Offers outstanding compatibility with PVC resins, enabling efficient processing and stable formulations.
Low Volatility
Helps improve long-term product performance while minimizing plasticizer loss during processing and service life.
Cost-Effective Manufacturing Solution
An industry-standard plasticizer that delivers dependable performance for high-volume PVC production.
Proven Industrial Performance
Widely trusted across cable, flooring, film, automotive, and coated fabric manufacturing.
