Bis(2-hydroxyethyl) terephthalate

双(2-羟基乙基)对苯二甲酸酯

Also known as: TEREPHTHALIC ACID BIS(2-HYDROXYETHYL) ESTER, 1,4-benzenedicarboxylic acid, bis(2-hydroxyethyl) ester, BHET, bis(beta-hydroxyethyl) terephthalate, bis(ethylene glycol) terephthalate, bis(hydroxyethyl) terephthalate, Bis(2-Hydroxyethyl)terephthalat

Bis(2-hydroxyethyl) terephthalate (CAS 959-26-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H14O6 and a molecular weight of 254.23600 g/mol. It is also known as TEREPHTHALIC ACID BIS(2-HYDROXYETHYL) ESTER, 1,4-benzenedicarboxylic acid, bis(2-hydroxyethyl) ester and BHET. Key properties include a melting point of 106-109ºC, a boiling point of 446.5ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.315 g/cm3 and a flash point of 172ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 959-26-2
Jingsj CID: J-1505687-2
Molecular Formula: C₁₂H₁₄O₆
Chinese Name: 双(2-羟基乙基)对苯二甲酸酯
Molecular Weight: 254.23600 g/mol
Category: Organic Acids
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	106-109ºC
Boiling Point	446.5ºC at 760 mmHg
Density	1.315 g/cm3
Flash Point	172ºC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Bis(2-hydroxyethyl) terephthalate?

The CAS number of Bis(2-hydroxyethyl) terephthalate is 959-26-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Bis(2-hydroxyethyl) terephthalate?

Bis(2-hydroxyethyl) terephthalate has molecular formula C12H14O6 and molecular weight 254.23600 g/mol.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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