BASF begins production of Palatinol DOTP plasticizer at its Pasadena
HOUSTON, TEXAS, July 18, 2017 – BASF started the production of Palatinol DOTP (dioctyl terephthalate), a general purpose plasticizer, at its Pasadena, Texas facility, with a nameplate capacity of 60,000 metric tons per year.
BASF begins production of Palatinol DOTP plasticizer at its Pasadena
HOUSTON, TEXAS, July 18, 2017 – BASF started the production of Palatinol DOTP (dioctyl terephthalate), a general purpose plasticizer, at its Pasadena, Texas facility, with a nameplate capacity of 60,000 metric tons per year.
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HOUSTON, TEXAS, July 18, 2017 – BASF started the production of PalatinolDOTP (dioctyl terephthalate), a general purpose plasticizer, at its Pasadena, Texas facility, with a nameplate capacity of 60,000 metric tons per year.
BASF begins production of Palatinol DOTP plasticizer at its Pasadena
HOUSTON, TEXAS, July 18, 2017 – BASF started the production of Palatinol DOTP (dioctyl terephthalate), a general purpose plasticizer, at its Pasadena, Texas facility, with a nameplate capacity of 60,000 metric tons per year.
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TI/N-CPN/IP Palatinol DOTP e / April 2025 Page 3 of 4 Palatinol DOTP . Internal . Description . Palatinol DOTP is a plasticizer based upon 2-Ethylhexanol. It is compatible with both homopolymer and copolymer vinyl resins. Palatinol DOTP is used primarily to plasticize vinyl resin where good processing characteristics are needed and
- What is palatinol® DOTP?
- Palatinol® DOTP can be used in a broad range of applications as an alternative to general purpose ortho-phthalates, where good processing characteristics are needed and the finished product requires improved low temperature flexibility and low volatility.
- Does palatinol® DOTP require special handling?
- Palatinol® DOTP does not require special handling. Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practices. Avoid eye contact by wearing personal protective equipment. If eye contact occurs, wash with flowing water and contact physician. Avoid repeated or prolonged skin contact.
- How long can palatinol® DOTP be stored?
- Avoid repeated or prolonged skin contact. Avoid breathing vapors by providing adequate ventilation. Always refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for detailed information on safety. Palatinol® DOTP can be stored for one year at temperatures below 40°C, if moisture is excluded. Palatinol® DOTP is available in bulk, tank trucks or rail cars.
