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Dimethyl phthalate

Chemical identity, technical indicators, performance and application reference. Confirm specifications and regulatory suitability against supplier documentation.

Molecular structure for Dimethyl phthalate

Chemical identity

English nameDimethyl phthalate
English synonymsDMP;Dimethyl phthalate;Dimethyl benzene-1,2-dicarboxylate
Chinese name邻苯二甲酸二甲酯
Chinese synonymsDMP;酞酸二甲酯
Chemical categoryPlasticizers
CAS No.131-11-3
EINECS No.205-011-6
Molecular formulaC10H10O4
Molecular weight194.18
PubChem structure images are reference depictions, not proof of composition, purity, grade, or regulatory status. Mixtures and polymers may not have a single representative structure.

Technical indicators

Ester content ≥99.0%; acidity (as phthalic acid) ≤0.02%; water ≤0.1%; color (Pt-Co) ≤30

Performance characteristics

Colorless oily liquid, good plasticizing efficiency for cellulosics

Application scenarios

Plasticizer (cellulose acetate, PVC), personal care (nail polish), insect repellent carrier