Product profile
MED-X is an organic compound, an ester of 2-ethylhexanol and phthalic anhydride. It is designed primarily for use in medical devices, particularly blood bags.
Chemical identity
- Chemical Structure
- Bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
- Abbreviation
- DOP / DEHP
- CAS No.
- 117-81-7
- Molecular Weight
- 390,56
- Formula
- C24H38O4
Technical Data
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Med-X DOP
CAS 117-81-7
| Property | Test Method | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Physical State | Not specified | Likit / Liquid |
| Appearance | Not specified | Transparan / Transparent |
| Density (20°C, g/cm³) | ASTM D 1045 | 0,980-0,984 |
| Ester Content (%) | GC-Home Method | ≥ 99,5 |
| 2-Ethylhexanol Content (ppm) | GC-Home Method | < 10 |
| Refractive Index (20°C) | ASTM D 1045 | 1,4825-1,4865 |
| Viscosity (20°C, cP) | ASTM D 1045 | 76-84 |
| Flash Point (Open Cup, °C) | ASTM D 92 | ≥ 205 |
| Water Content (%) | ASTM D 1364-02 | ≤ 0,03 |
| Water Solubility (20°C, g/L) | Not specified | ≤ 0,003 |
| Acidity (mg KOH/g) | ASTM D 1045 | ≤ 0,04 |
| Color (Pt-Co) | ASTM D 1209 | ≤ 20 |
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