Dimethyl Phthalateis an effective repellent for fleas, chiggers and flies on Horses and Cows. Miticidal agent for treatment of rickettsial infections. Effectiveness against mange mites has also been claimed but questioned. Due to it's bitter taste, Dimethyl Phthalate is used as a bandage soak to deter chewing.
Molecular Formula C-10-H-10-O-4
Physical data
Appearance: colourless oily liquid Melting point: 2 C Boiling point: 284 C Vapour density: 6.7 (air = 1) Vapour pressure: 1 mm Hg at 100 C Density (g cm-3): 1.19 Flash point: 146 C Explosion limits: 0.9 - 8% Autoignition temperature: Water solubility: slight
Precautions
Do not allow to contact plastic & painted / sealed surfaces.
Toxicology
Overexposure to hot vapours or mists of dimethyl phthalate may cause irritation of the nasal passages, mouth and throat. Eye contact with liquid dimethyl phthalate causes pain.
