Dimethylphthalate

Dimethylphthalate

Formula	CAS
C10H10O4	131-11-3

Background
Dimethyl phthalate is a solvent and platicizer for cellulose acetate and cellulose acetate-butyrate componsitions. The phthalates are the most commonly used plasticizers in polyvinylchloride (PVC).

Synonyms
Dimethylphthalate
Dimethyl phthalate
1,2-benzenedicarboxylic acid dimethyl ester
Phthalic acid dimethyl ester
Methyl phthalate
Dimethyl 1,2-benzenedicarboxylate
DMP
Palatnol M
Fermine
Avolin
Mipax

Uses
Solvent
Plasticizer
Insect repellant

Cross-Reactions

Unusual Reactions

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Referenties

1.	Hatch, K.L. and H.I. Maibach, Textile dermatitis: an update. (I). Resins, additives and fibers. Contact Dermatitis, 1995. 32: p. 319-26.

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Allergology: background information on allergens.

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