DOP is a general-purpose plasticizer and is currently the most widely used plasticizer in polyethylene plastics. Its dosage accounts for almost 80% of all plasticizers used. The chemical name of general-purpose plasticizer DOP is dioctyl phthalate, which is mainly used in the processing of polyvinyl chloride. DOP-plasticized PVC can be used to manufacture artificial leather, agricultural films, packaging materials, wires and cables, etc., and is widely used in In the plastics, rubber, paint and emulsifier industries. It can also be used for the processing of chemical fiber resin, acetate resin, ABS resin and rubber and other polymers, and can also be used for making paints, dyes, dispersants, etc.
However, the toxicity of the plasticizer DOP has become the focus of people's attention. Smoking a small amount can cause shortness of breath and accelerated heart rate. Smoking a large amount can cause central system disorders and gastrointestinal discomfort. In more serious cases, it can affect fetal malformations. At present, environmentally friendly plasticizers have gradually become the recommended plasticizers for manufacturers. In particular, countries such as Europe and the United States have strictly controlled the use of plasticizer DOP. Some PVC pipes exported from my country need to undergo relevant quality testing to ensure that they meet the prescribed requirements. Environmental standards. New environmentally friendly plasticizers such as BASF's Dinch, Lanxess's Mesamoll, and Korean LG plasticizers are increasingly becoming recommendations to replace toxic plasticizers.