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Bis(2-hydroxyethyl) terephthalate

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. 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-1505687-8
Molecular Formula
C12H14O6
Molecular Weight
254.23600 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026
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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point106-109ºC
Boiling Point446.5ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.315 g/cm3
Flash Point172ºC
Exact Mass254.07900
PSA93.06000
Refractive Index1.552

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2918199090
Summary2918199090 other carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0%

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.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Bis(2-hydroxyethyl) terephthalate?

For Bis(2-hydroxyethyl) terephthalate, Upstream Products: Dimethyl terephthalate, Ethylene glycol, Terephthalic acid; Downstream Products: Dimethyl terephthalate, 4-((2-Hydroxyethoxy)carbonyl)benzoic acid.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Bis(2-hydroxyethyl) terephthalate (CAS 959-26-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1505687-8 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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