Dimethyl terephthalate
Also known as: 1,4-Benzenedicarboxylic acid dimethyl ester, Terephthalic acid dimethyl ester, dimethyl benzene-1,4-dicarboxylate, methyl p-(methoxycarbonyl)benzoate, DMT
Dimethyl terephthalate (CAS 120-61-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H10O4 and a molecular weight of 194.184 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 140 °C, a boiling point of 285.0±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 148.0±7.9 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 120-61-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-46672-8
- Molecular Formula
- C10H10O4
- Molecular Weight
- 194.184 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 140 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 285.0±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 148.0±7.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 194.057907 |
| PSA | 52.60000 |
| LogP | 2.47 |
| Additional Property | 1.04 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.515 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Dimethyl terephthalate?
The CAS number of Dimethyl terephthalate is 120-61-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Dimethyl terephthalate?
Dimethyl terephthalate has molecular formula C10H10O4 and molecular weight 194.184 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Dimethyl terephthalate?
For Dimethyl terephthalate, Upstream Products: Methanol, Methyl 4-chlorobenzoate, 1,4-Dichlorobenzene; Downstream Products: dimethyl 1-(2-chloroethyl)cyclohexane-1,4-dicarboxylate, Dimethyl 1,4-cyclohexanedicarboxylate, 1,4-Cyclohexanedimethanol.
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