Dimethyl phthalate
IUPAC: dimethyl benzene-1,2-dicarboxylate
| Formula / Notation | C10H10O4 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 131-11-3 |
| Molecular Weight | 194.18 |
| Melting Point | 32 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 542.7 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.1905 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | less than 1 mg/mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Dimethyl phthalate appears as a water-white liquid without significant odor. Denser than water and insoluble in water. Hence sinks in water. Flash point 300 °F. Eye contact may produce severe irri... |
| Also Known As | dimethyl benzene-1,2-dicarboxylate; 131-11-3; DIMETHYLPHTHALATE; Avolin; Mipax; Palatinol M; Solvanom; Solvarone; Fermine; Dimethyl o-phthalate |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is Dimethyl phthalate?
Dimethyl phthalate (C10H10O4) is an organic compound that appears as Dimethyl phthalate appears as a water-white liquid without significant odor. Denser than water and insoluble in water. Hence sinks in water. Flash point 300 °F. Eye contact may produce severe irri.... It has a molecular weight of 194.18 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is dimethyl benzene-1,2-dicarboxylate. Boiling point: 542.7 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992). Melting point: 32 °F (NTP, 1992).
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: dimethyl benzene-1,2-dicarboxylate
Other Names / Synonyms: dimethyl benzene-1,2-dicarboxylate; 131-11-3; DIMETHYLPHTHALATE; Avolin; Mipax; Palatinol M; Solvanom; Solvarone; Fermine; Dimethyl o-phthalate
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 32 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 542.7 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.1905 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 194.18 |
| Solubility | less than 1 mg/mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Dimethyl phthalate appears as a water-white liquid without significant odor. Denser than water and insoluble in water. Hence sinks in water. Flash point 300 °F. Eye contact may produce severe irri... |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Dimethyl phthalate (C10H10O4) is an organic compound that appears as Dimethyl phthalate appears as a water-white liquid without significant odor. Denser than water and insoluble in water. Hence sinks in water. Flash point 300 °F. Eye contact may produce severe irri.... It has a molecular weight of 194.18 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is dimethyl benzene-1,2-dicarboxylate. Boiling point: 542.7 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992). Melting point: 32 °F (NTP, 1992).
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for Dimethyl phthalate is: C10H10O4