Diethyl Phthalate
Industrial Applications
Diethyl Phthalate (DEP) is widely used in the pharmaceutical industry as a plasticizer, solvent, and coating agent. Its ability to improve flexibility and film-forming properties makes it valuable in the manufacture of tablet and capsule coatings, helping control dissolution rates and protect active ingredients. Diethyl Phthalate also functions as a solvent for various pharmaceutical compounds, aiding in the preparation of stable formulations and enhancing the processing of polymer-based materials.
Physical Properties
Diethyl Phthalate (DEP) is a clear, colorless, oily liquid belonging to the phthalate ester family. It has low volatility, a mild odor, and excellent solvency for many organic compounds. Diethyl Phthalate is miscible with most organic solvents and shows limited solubility in water. Its chemical structure provides flexibility-enhancing properties when blended with polymers, contributing to its effectiveness as a plasticizer in pharmaceutical applications.
Grade
- USP
- Ph.Eur
- IP
- Solvent
Other Names
- Phthalic Acid Diethyl Ester
- Diethyl Benzene-1,2-dicarboxylate
Abbreviations
- DEP
Form
- Liquid
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