Dimethyl isophthalate
Also known as: 1,3-Benzenedicarboxylic acid dimethyl ester, Dimethyl 1,3-benzenedicarboxylate, Methyl isophthalate, Morflex 1129, Uniplex 270, RARECHEM AL BF 0071, Dimethyl m-phthalate
Dimethyl isophthalate (CAS 1459-93-4) 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 64-68 °C(lit.), 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. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 1459-93-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-47637-9
- 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 | 64-68 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| 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 | 2.45 |
| Additional Property | 6.8 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.515 |
| Additional Property | Insoluble |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2917399090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2917399090 aromatic polycarboxylic acids, 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 Dimethyl isophthalate?
The CAS number of Dimethyl isophthalate is 1459-93-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Dimethyl isophthalate?
Dimethyl isophthalate has molecular formula C10H10O4 and molecular weight 194.184 g/mol.
Is Dimethyl isophthalate hazardous?
Dimethyl isophthalate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Dimethyl isophthalate?
For Dimethyl isophthalate, Upstream Products: Methanol, Isophthalic acid, 1-Bromo-3-chlorobenzene; Downstream Products: cis-1,3-Cyclohexanedicarboxylic anhydride, Dimethyl 5-bromoisophthalate, 1,3-Benzenedimethanethiol.
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