Dimethyl isophthalate
CAS Number1459-93-4
FormulaC6H4-1
Mol. Weight194.18 g/mol
Dimethyl isophthalate
What is Dimethyl isophthalate?
Dimethyl isophthalate is a chemical compound with CAS number 1459-93-4 and molecular formula C6H4-1. It is used in various industrial and research applications.
Applications
Dimethyl isophthalate was used in the synthesis of:
• polybutylene isophthalate end-capped with N-ethyl-pentadecafluorooct
• poly(ethylene terephthalate-co-isophthalate-co-5-tert-butylisophthalate) terpolyesters2
Specifications
Linear Formula
C6H4-1,3-(CO2CH3)2
Molecular Weight
194.18 g/mol
Grade
ReagentPlus®
Assay/Purity
98%
Safety Information
GHS07Signal Word
Warning
Hazard Statements
H319
Precautionary Statements
P305 + P351 + P338
Required PPE
dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves
Melting Point
64-68 °C(lit.)
EC Number
215-951-9
WGK Germany
3
Frequently Asked Questions
Alternative Names & Synonyms
3-(CO2CH3)2