Dibutyl Phthalate

Name: Dibutyl Phthalate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-013363

About Dibutyl Phthalate

Listed under CAS 84-74-2, Dibutyl Phthalate is a process intermediate or related compound of Gabapentin available from Vaqora Chemicals. The compound has the formula C16H22O4, corresponding to a molecular weight of 278.34 g/mol. The IUPAC name is dibutyl benzene-1,2-dicarboxylate. Common synonyms include Phthalic Acid Dibutyl Ester and Bis-n-butyl Phthalate.

The product is provided as a solid. Reference materials should be stored sealed and away from light and moisture, as specified on the accompanying COA. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is a process intermediate or related compound in the synthesis of Gabapentin, useful for route development, impurity fate-and-purge studies and analytical method development. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, Dibutyl Phthalate is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide. This item is currently in stock for prompt dispatch.

Typical applications

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development

Industries

Related to Gabapentin

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Dibutyl Phthalate
Catalogue No.	VQ-013363
CAS Number	84-74-2
IUPAC name	dibutyl benzene-1,2-dicarboxylate
Molecular formula	C₁₆H₂₂O₄
Molecular weight	278.34 g/mol
Exact mass	278.1518
Grade	Reference Standard
InChIKey	DOIRQSBPFJWKBE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCCCOC(=O)C1=CC=CC=C1C(=O)OCCCC
PubChem CID	3026

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	4.7
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 4
TPSA	52.6 Å²
Synonyms	1,2-Benzenedicarboxylic Acid 1,2-Dibutyl Ester, Phthalic Acid Dibutyl Ester, Bis-n-butyl Phthalate, Butyl Phthalate, Di(n-butyl) 1,2-benzenedicarboxylate, Di-n-butyl Phthalate, Dibutyl o-Phthalate, Elaol, n-Butyl Phthalate, 1,2-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, dibutyl ester, Phthalic acid di-n-butyl ester, Genoplast B

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Health hazard

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H400Very toxic to aquatic life

Precautionary statements: P203, P273, P280, P318, P391, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 84-74-2

Synthesis

Dibutyl phthalate, 99%

CAS: 84-74-2
Formula: C₁₆H₂₂O₄
MW: 278.34 g/mol

VQ-002831

BP

Dibutyl Phthalate, BP 99.0%

CAS: 84-74-2
Formula: C₁₆H₂₂O₄
MW: 278.34 g/mol

VQ-046978

AR

Dibutyl phthalate, GR 99%+

CAS: 84-74-2
Formula: C₁₆H₂₂O₄
MW: 278.34 g/mol

VQ-002832

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Dibutyl Phthalate?

The CAS Registry Number of Dibutyl Phthalate is 84-74-2. It is also known as 1,2-Benzenedicarboxylic Acid 1,2-Dibutyl Ester, Phthalic Acid Dibutyl Ester, Bis-n-butyl Phthalate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Dibutyl Phthalate?

Dibutyl Phthalate has the molecular formula C16H22O4 and a molecular weight of 278.34 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is dibutyl benzene-1,2-dicarboxylate.

What is Dibutyl Phthalate used for?

Dibutyl Phthalate is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Gabapentin. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of Dibutyl Phthalate can I order?

We supply Dibutyl Phthalate in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg, 250 mg, 500 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Dibutyl Phthalate?

Yes. Every lot of Dibutyl Phthalate is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Dibutyl Phthalate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Dibutyl Phthalate is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.