Dimethyl terephthalate (CAS 120-61-6) — formula C10H10O4, molecular weight 194.18; category fine chemicals.
Dimethyl terephthalate (CAS 120-61-6) is a chemical raw material in the fine chemicals category. Its molecular formula C10H10O4 comprises 10 C, 10 H, 4 O atoms. Its molecular weight is about 194.18. Reported physicochemical data: melting point around 284 to 288 °F (NTP, 1992), boiling point around 288 °C, LogP about 2.2. As a sourcing and distribution partner we help locate and compare this item across domestic and cross-border channels, arranging samples and batch orders with full COA and compliance files.
| CAS Number | 120-61-6 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C10H10O4 |
| Molecular Weight | 194.18 |
| Melting Point | 284 to 288 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 288 °C |
| LogP | 2.2 |
| Applications | Used to make polyester resins (polyethylene terephthalate for film and fibers), Polyester resins for film and fiber production, especially polyethylene terephthalate, intermediate, For use in polymer fibers, polyethylene terphthalate (PET) solid-state resins |
| Category | Fine Chemicals |
Documented applications: Used to make polyester resins (polyethylene terephthalate for film and fibers), Polyester resins for film and fiber production, especially polyethylene terephthalate, intermediate, For use in polymer fibers, polyethylene terphthalate (PET) solid-state resins.
Dimethyl terephthalate is a high-value fine compound with CAS registry number 120-61-6 and molecular formula C10H10O4 (molecular weight 194.18), belonging to the fine chemicals segment of chemical raw materials.
CAS number: 120-61-6
Its molecular formula C10H10O4 comprises 10 C, 10 H, 4 O atoms.
Also known as: Dimethyl terephthalate · 对苯二甲酸二甲酯
Category: fine chemicals
The CAS registry number of Dimethyl terephthalate is 120-61-6.
Molecular formula C10H10O4, molecular weight 194.18.
It is also registered under: Dimethyl terephthalate, 对苯二甲酸二甲酯.
Recorded applications: Used to make polyester resins (polyethylene terephthalate for film and fibers), Polyester resins for film and fiber production, especially polyethylene terephthalate, intermediate, For use in polymer fibers, polyethylene terphthalate (PET) solid-state resins.
Category: Fine Chemicals.
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Independent reference data for Dimethyl terephthalate (CAS 120-61-6), compiled from public chemistry databases.
| CAS Registry Number | 120-61-6 |
|---|---|
| PubChem CID | 8441 |
| Molecular formula | C10H10O4 |
| IUPAC name | dimethyl benzene-1,4-dicarboxylate |
| UNII (FDA) | IKZ2470UNV |
| Molecular Weight | 194.18 |
|---|---|
| XLogP3 | 2.2 |
| Hydrogen Bond Donor Count | 0 |
| Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count | 4 |
| Rotatable Bond Count | 4 |
| Exact Mass | 194.05790880 |
| Monoisotopic Mass | 194.05790880 |
| Topological Polar Surface Area | 52.6 |
| Heavy Atom Count | 14 |
| Boiling Point | 288 °C |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 284 to 288 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Melting Point | 141 °C |
| Melting Point | 140 °C |
| Flash Point | 308 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Flash Point | 141 °C |
| Flash Point | 146 °C OC |
| Flash Point | 308 °F (153 °C) (Open cup) |
| Flash Point | 141 °C c.c. |
| Solubility | 0.3 G/ML IN HOT WATER |
DIMETHYL TEREPHTHALATE; 120-61-6; Dimethyl p-phthalate; 1,4-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, dimethyl ester; Dimethyl 4-phthalate; Terephthalic Acid Dimethyl Ester; dimethyl benzene-1,4-dicarboxylate; Di-Me terephthalate; Dimethyl 1,4-benzenedicarboxylate; Dimethyl p-benzenedicarboxylate; Terephthalic acid, dimethyl ester; Methyl 4-carbomethoxybenzoate; Methyl p-(methoxycarbonyl)benzoate; dimethylterephthalate; NCI-C50055; DTXSID0020498
| Regulatory & Food Contact | FDA Cumulative Estimated Daily Intake (CEDI): FCS FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS |
|---|---|
| GHS notification summary | 75.8% (405 / 534) |
| GHS notification summary | 75.8% (405 / 534) |
|---|---|
| Reported hazard statements | H317 (13.7%), H335, H320, H401, H303, H316, H372 |
This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 75.8% (405 of 534) of all reports.
H317 (13.7%): May cause an allergic skin reaction [Warning Sensitization, Skin]
Dimethyl terephthalate · CAS 120-61-6 · C10H10O4. UNII IKZ2470UNV. Boiling Point: 288 °C; Melting Point: 284 to 288 °F (NTP, 1992); Melting Point: 141 °C.
Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.
Supplier: Jinan Shenghe Chemical Co., Ltd.
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