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Product Overview
Dimethyl terephthalate is an important aromatic ester compound. It appears as white flake or crystalline powder with a slight aromatic odor. Featuring stable chemical properties and high reaction activity, it is mainly used as core monomer for polyester resins, synthetic fibers, coatings and plastic products. Produced via esterification, distillation and recrystallization, this product has high purity and stable batch quality. For legitimate industrial production, formulation and scientific research only.
Product Features
- High Purity: ≥99.5% (GC), meets industrial grade standards.
- High Reactivity: Two ester groups support transesterification and polycondensation reactions.
- Good Thermal Stability: Resists decomposition under common processing temperatures.
- Excellent Compatibility: Blends well with various alcohols and polymer raw materials.
- Strict Quality Control: Full batch inspection; standard COA and MSDS are available upon request.
Physical & Chemical Properties
Physical Properties
- Appearance: White flake or crystalline powder
- Odor: Slight aromatic odor
- Molecular Formula: C10H10O4
- Molecular Weight: 194.18
- Melting Point: 140 – 142 °C
- Boiling Point: 288 °C
- Density: 1.194 g/cm3 (20 °C)
- Flash Point: 146 °C
- Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in ethanol, ether, chloroform and hot organic solvents
- Hygroscopicity: Non-hygroscopic
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Stability: Stable under dry, sealed and normal temperature conditions.
- Chemical Reactivity: Undergoes typical ester reactions including transesterification, hydrolysis and saponification.
- Acid-Base Character: Neutral in conventional environment.
- Incompatibility: Keep away from strong acids, strong bases and strong oxidants.
Applications
- Polyester Industry: Primary raw material for producing PET polyester, polyester fiber and engineering plastics.
- Coating & Adhesive: Intermediate for high-performance polyester coatings, inks and adhesives.
- Plastic Industry: Modifier and plasticizer for synthetic plastics and rubber products.
- Organic Synthesis: Building block for various terephthalate derivatives.
- Laboratory Research: Experimental reagent for polymer and organic chemistry studies.
Usage Restriction: For industrial manufacturing and scientific research use only. Strictly forbidden for illegal processing and improper application.
Storage & Transportation Instructions
Storage Conditions
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated warehouse. Keep containers tightly sealed. Store separately from acids, bases and oxidants. Recommended storage temperature: 10 – 25 °C. Reseal containers immediately after opening.
Transportation Requirements
This product is classified as non-hazardous goods. Adopt sealed packaging. Avoid violent collision, extrusion, high temperature and rain soaking during transit. Do not transport together with corrosive substances, oxidants and food.
Operation Notes
Wear dust-proof mask, chemical-resistant gloves and safety goggles. Operate in a well-ventilated area. Avoid inhalation of dust and direct contact with skin and eyes. Rinse thoroughly with plenty of clean water once contact occurs. Do not eat, drink or smoke in the working area.
Regulatory Information
EINECS Number: 204-411-8
HS Code: 29173700
Complies with international organic chemical and polymer raw material standards. Export products follow IATA and IMDG provisions. All transactions are limited to qualified chemical factories and research institutions.
Full Product Parameter Table
| Item | Specification & Details |
| Product Name | DIMETHYL TEREPHTHALATE |
| CAS NO. | 120-61-6 |
| IUPAC Name | Dimethyl benzene-1,4-dicarboxylate |
| Synonyms | DMT |
| Molecular Formula | C10H10O4 |
| Molecular Weight | 194.18 |
| EINECS Number | 204-411-8 |
| UN Number | Non-hazardous goods |
| Hazard Class | Irritant |
| Appearance | White flake or crystalline powder |
| Purity | ≥99.5% (GC) |
| Water Content | ≤0.1% |
| Melting Point | 140 – 142 °C |
| Boiling Point | 288 °C |
| Density | 1.194 g/cm3 (20 °C) |
| Flash Point | 146 °C |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water; soluble in ethanol, ether |
| HS Code | 29173700 |
| Storage Temperature | 10 – 25 °C, sealed, dry & ventilated environment |
| Packing Specification | 25kg/plastic woven bag or fiber drum |
| Grade Standard | Industrial Grade |
| Application Scope | Polyester monomer, coating intermediate, plastic raw material |
| Validity Period | 24 Months under specified storage conditions |
