Product name:Dimethyl phthalate
Synonym:1,2-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, dimethyl ester;Benzene-1,2-dicarboxylic acid dimethyl ester
CAS:131-11-3
Molecular Formula:C10H10O4
Formula Weight:194.18
Density:1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Boiling point:282.7±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Melting point:2 °C(lit.)
Flash point:146.1±0.0 °C
Refractive index:1.515
Vapor pressure:0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C
Water solubility:<0.1 g/100 mL at 20 ºC
Appearance:Transparent oily liquid
Storage conditions:Packing complete, light handle, warehouse ventilation, away from open flame, high temperature, and separate storage with oxidants
Description:Dimethyl phthalate is a phthalate with molecular formula (CH3)2(C6H4(COO)2). It is the methyl ester of phthalic acid.Dimethyl phthalate is an ectoparasiticide and has many other uses, including in solid rocket propellants, plastics, and insect repellants.