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Dimethyl terephthalate
- CAS No.
- 120-61-6
- Chemical Name:
- Dimethyl terephthalate
- Synonyms
- CBNumber:
- CB71098704
- Molecular Formula:
- C10H10O4
- Molecular Weight:
- 194.18
- MDL Number:
- MOL File:
- 120-61-6.mol
Last updated:2023-05-04 17:34:32
Dimethyl terephthalate Chemical Properties,Uses,Production
Definition
ChEBI: Dimethyl terephthalate is a diester resulting from the formal condensation of the carboxy groups of terephthalic acid with methanol. It is a primary ingredient widely used in the manufacture of polyesters and industrial plastics. It is a methyl ester, a diester and a phthalate ester. It is functionally related to a terephthalic acid.