The report provides a detailed analysis essential for establishing a Diisopropyl Oxalate production plant. It encompasses all critical aspects necessary for Diisopropyl Oxalate production, including the cost of Diisopropyl Oxalate production, Diisopropyl Oxalate plant cost, Diisopropyl Oxalate production costs, and the overall Diisopropyl Oxalate production plant cost. Additionally, the study covers specific expenditures associated with setting up and operating a Diisopropyl Oxalate production plant. These encompass production processes, raw material requirements, utility requirements, infrastructure needs, machinery and technology requirements, manpower requirements, packaging requirements, transportation requirements, and more.
Diisopropyl Oxalate is a diester of isopropyl alcohol and oxalic acid that finds several industrial applications. It is widely used as a chelating agent in the preparation of various cosmetic formulations to improve the performance of the product. It is also utilized as a solvent in the production of a wide range of cosmetics products to facilitate the dissolution and blending of ingredients. It also finds its application as an important building block in the synthesis of various significant classes of compounds, such as esters. It is often used as a specialty material in various industrial processes and scientific research.
The market for Diisopropyl Oxalate is primarily led by its demand as a solvent in various cosmetic formulations. Its utilization as a solvent and chelating agent in the production of various cosmetic items to enhance its stability and dispersion largely boosts its demand in the cosmetic industry. Its usage as an esterification agent in the synthesis of esters and as an intermediate in other chemical compounds further contributes to its demand in the chemical production industries.
Diisopropyl Oxalate is synthesized through the esterification of oxalic acid with isopropanol. Therefore, industrial Diisopropyl Oxalate procurement is directly affected by the availability and price of oxalic acid and isopropanol, which also affects its production. Diisopropyl oxalate is listed in the European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances (EINECS) and the EC Inventory. Thus, compliance with these and other regional chemical regulations associated with its handling, use, and transportation requirements further influence procurement decisions and costs for Diisopropyl Oxalate.
Raw Material for Diisopropyl Oxalate Production
According to the Diisopropyl Oxalate production plant project report, the major raw materials for Diisopropyl Oxalate production include Oxalic Acid-Isopropyl Alcohol.
Production Process of Diisopropyl Oxalate
The extensive Diisopropyl Oxalate production cost report consists of the following industrial production process:
- Production from Isopropyl Alcohol: In this method, Diisopropyl Oxalate is produced by using oxalic acid and isopropyl alcohol as the major starting materials. The process starts with the chemical reaction of oxalic acid with isopropyl alcohol in a large container, followed by the addition of a special acid (p-toluenesulfonic acid) dissolved in toluene. Then, the obtained mixture is heated for a day, followed by neutralizing the solution with baking soda and separating it by using toluene and water after cooling. As the last step, the toluene part is cleared with salt water, and the remaining liquid is purified by heating it under a vacuum to obtain pure Diisopropyl Oxalate as the final product.
Diisopropyl oxalate is a colorless to pale yellow clear liquid organic compound with the molecular formula C8H14O4. The molecular weight of the compound is 174.19 g/mol. The boiling point of the compound ranges between 190-191 degree Celsius. Its melting point is around -30 degree Celsius. The compound has a density of 0.99635 g/cm³ at 25 degree Celsius. This compound is also known as ethanedioic acid. The flash point of the compound is 75.3 degree Celsius, and it is classified as a hazardous substance that requires careful handling. The IUPAC name of the compound is diisopropyl oxalate is dipropan-2-yl oxalate. Diisopropyl oxalate contains two isopropyl groups attached to an oxalate core and can act as an excellent ligand for metal ions, which facilitates the formation of coordination compounds.
