Dioctyl Phthalate (DOP) is a general use Plasticizer. It is a man made sustance used in keeping plastics soft and more flexible.As a PVC plasticizer, DOP is used in production of screen printing inks.

Known for its good stability to heat and ultraviolet light, DOP can be used in the following applications:

• Plastics
• Paints
• Lacquers
• Inks
• Adhesives
• Sealants