Dimethyl trans-1,4-cyclohexanedicarboxylate

Description

Dimethyl trans-1,4-cyclohexanedicarboxylate · CAS 3399-22-2 · C10H16O4. UNII YS87MDS0ZV. Boiling Point: 265 °C (mixed isomer); Solubility: In water, 12,000 mg/L at 25 °C; Density: Density: 1.095 - 1.097 g/cu cm at 30 °C.

Identification

Computed Descriptors

Physical & Chemical Properties

Physical description & handling notes

• Other Solid
• Liquid
• Solid; [HSDB] Clear colorless liquid; mp = 24-27 deg C; [MSDSonline]
• Partially crystalline solid
• Clear colorless liquid
• 14 °C (cis-isomer), 71 °C (trans-isomer)

Regulatory Status

GHS Hazard Classification

Documented Uses

• Used in plasticizers and polymers; [HSDB]
• Used as a chemical intermediate in the production of trans-1,4-cyclohexane diisocyanate.
• Used as a chemical intermediate in the commercially important production of 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol.
• Used for the synthesis of polyester resins, polyamides, alkyds, and plasticizers. Used to make polyester polyols for polyurethane coatings for automotive, industrial maintenance, transportation, and aerospace applications.
• /Ingredient of crude MCHM/ dimethyl 1,4-cyclohexanedicarboxylate 1%
• 2023: 1,000,000 - <8,500,000 lb

Synonyms

Dimethyl 1,4-cyclohexanedicarboxylate; Dimethyl cyclohexane-1,4-dicarboxylate; DIMETHYL HEXAHYDROTEREPHTHALATE; DMCHDC; HSDB 5284; UNII-TF036NGH12; EINECS 202-347-5; AI3-28580; DTXSID3026566; EC 202-347-5; DTXCID806566; 1,4-Cyclohexanedicarboxylic acid, 1,4-dimethyl ester; EASTMAN DMCD; RefChem:134201; hexahydrodimethyl terephthalate; dimethyl 1,4cyclohexanedicarboxylate

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Dimethyl trans-1,4-cyclohexanedicarboxylate?

CAS 3399-22-2; molecular formula C10H16O4; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is Dimethyl trans-1,4-cyclohexanedicarboxylate known by?

Dimethyl 1,4-cyclohexanedicarboxylate, Dimethyl cyclohexane-1,4-dicarboxylate, DIMETHYL HEXAHYDROTEREPHTHALATE, DMCHDC, HSDB 5284, UNII-TF036NGH12.

What is the regulatory status of Dimethyl trans-1,4-cyclohexanedicarboxylate?

Documented regulatory listings: FDA Cumulative Estimated Daily Intake (CEDI): FCS; FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS; DIMETHYL 1,4-CYCLOHEXANEDICARBOXYLATE (CIS & TRANS).

Is Dimethyl trans-1,4-cyclohexanedicarboxylate classified as hazardous?

38.3% of GHS notifications report no hazard classification (36 of 94).

What are the key physical properties of Dimethyl trans-1,4-cyclohexanedicarboxylate?

Boiling Point: 265 °C (mixed isomer); Solubility: In water, 12,000 mg/L at 25 °C; Density: Density: 1.095 - 1.097 g/cu cm at 30 °C; Vapor Density: 6.91 (Air = 1).

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