Dimethyl Phthalate

Dimethyl Phthalate

AKA “DIMETHYLPHTHALATE, Avolin, Mipax, Palatinol M, Solvanom, Solvarone, Fermine, Dimethyl o-phthalate”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Dimethyl phthalate

AKA: DIMETHYLPHTHALATE, Avolin, Mipax, Palatinol M, Solvanom, Solvarone, Fermine, Dimethyl o-phthalate

Synthetic · Film Forming · EWG: 4

Synthetic

Occlusive

Solvent

Synthetic

Not Clean

Helps nail polish, nail care, and cosmetics maintain their texture and flow while creating a smooth, even finish that resists chipping.

Solubility less than 1 mg/mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992)

Formula

C10H10O4

Mol. Weight

194.18

CAS #

131-11-3

Form

Powder

State

Dimethyl phthalate appears as a water-white liquid without significant odor. Denser than water and insoluble in water. Hence sinks in water. Flash point 300 °F. Eye contact may produce severe irritati

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Functions

Film Forming

Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.

Plasticiser

Solvent

Dissolves other ingredients so they distribute evenly in the formula. Often the invisible "base" everything else is mixed into.

Quells irritation

Traditional Use

A synthetic plasticizer developed in the early 20th century and historically used in cosmetics to improve flexibility in nail polishes and film-forming products, though its use has declined due to regulatory concerns.