Dimethyl 2-aminoterephthalate

Also known as: Dimethyl aminoterephthalate, 2-Aminoterephthalic acid dimethyl ester, Aminoterephthalic acid dimethyl ester, Dimethyl 2-amino-1,4-benzenedicarboxylate, Dimethyl 2-aminobenzene-1,4-dicarboxylate, 1-aminobenzene-2,5-dicarboxylic acid dimethyl ester, 2,5-Bis-carbomethoxyaniline

Dimethyl 2-aminoterephthalate (CAS 5372-81-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H11NO4 and a molecular weight of 209.19900 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 132 °C, a boiling point of 345.6ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.248 g/cm3 and a flash point of 172.6ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 5372-81-6
Jingsj CID: J-14815-2
Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₁₁NO₄
Molecular Weight: 209.19900 g/mol
Category: Organic Acids
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	132 °C
Boiling Point	345.6ºC at 760 mmHg
Density	1.248 g/cm3
Flash Point	172.6ºC
Exact Mass	209.06900
PSA	78.62000
LogP	1.42320
Refractive Index	1.558

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning

H315 — Causes skin irritation
H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2922499990
Summary	HS:2922499990 other amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, and their esters; salts thereof VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Dimethyl 2-aminoterephthalate?

The CAS number of Dimethyl 2-aminoterephthalate is 5372-81-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Dimethyl 2-aminoterephthalate?

Dimethyl 2-aminoterephthalate has molecular formula C10H11NO4 and molecular weight 209.19900 g/mol.

Is Dimethyl 2-aminoterephthalate hazardous?

Dimethyl 2-aminoterephthalate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Dimethyl 2-aminoterephthalate?

For Dimethyl 2-aminoterephthalate, Upstream Products: Dimethyl 2-nitroterephthalate, Dimethyl terephthalate, Methanol; Downstream Products: Methyl 2,6-difluoro-4-cyanobenzoate, 2-amino-5-chloroterephthalic acid, methyl 4-oxo-3,4-dihydroquinazoline-7-carboxylate.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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