Welcome to the DIDP Information Centre
An information resource on the plasticiser diisodecyl phthalate
(DIDP)
 Diisodecyl phthalate (DIDP) is a common
phthalate plasticiser, used primarily to soften Polyvinyl chloride
(PVC).
It has has properties of volatility resistance, heat stability
and electric insulation and is typically used as a plasticiser for
heat-resistant electrical cords, leather for car interiors, and PVC
flooring.
The typical content of DIDP in flexible PVC products is between
25 and 50%.
Non-PVC applications are relatively small but include use in
anti-corrosion and anti-fouling paints, sealing compounds and
textile inks.
EU Risk Assessment
The European Commission has confirmed that Diisodecyl phthalate
(DIDP) poses no risk to either human health or the environment from
any current use.
The European Commission published its findings in the EU
Official Journal on April 13 2006, confirming the outcome of a risk
assessment involving more than 10 years of extensive scientific
evaluation by EU regulators.
Following the recent adoption of EU legislation with the regard
to the marketing and use of DIDP in toys and childcare articles,
the risk assessment conclusions clearly state that there is no need
for any further measures to regulate the use of DIDP.
Further Information
Information on DIDP will be made available on
this web site very shortly. In the meantime information is also
available from the following sources:
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