Description

Dimethyl 2-Methylterephthalate is a high-purity organic ester compound, serving as a critical monomer and intermediate in advanced polymer synthesis. Its value lies in providing a methyl-substituted aromatic structure that enables the fine-tuning of polymer properties such as thermal stability, crystallinity, and mechanical strength. This product is essential for manufacturers in the specialty plastics, liquid crystal polymers (LCP), and high-performance coating industries seeking to develop materials with enhanced characteristics.

Application

• Monomer for High-Performance Polymers: A key building block in the synthesis of modified polyesters and polyarylates, contributing to improved heat resistance and dimensional stability.
• Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP) Production: Used as a comonomer to engineer LCPs with specific mesogenic properties for electronics, aerospace, and automotive components.
• Specialty Plasticizers and Additives: Acts as an intermediate in the production of specialized plasticizers and additives for engineering plastics.
• Advanced Coating Resins: Incorporated into resin formulations for coatings that require exceptional durability, chemical resistance, and weatherability.
• Pharmaceutical and Agrochemical Intermediates: Serves as a versatile synthon in the multi-step synthesis of complex active ingredients.
• Organic Synthesis and Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex aromatic frameworks.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethyl 2-Methylterephthalate
CAS No.	14186-60-8
Molecular Formula	C11H12O4
Molecular Weight	208.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, 2-methyl-, dimethyl ester; Dimethyl 2-methyl-1,4-benzenedicarboxylate; 2-Methylterephthalic acid dimethyl ester; Methyl 4-(methoxycarbonyl)-2-methylbenzoate; DMT-MT; 2-Methyl-DMT
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Dimethyl 2-Methylterephthalate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure it meets precise purity and compositional specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your internal standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.5%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.