MORFLEX 1129 (Dimethyl Isophthalate)

C10H10O4

One of the principal uses of Dimethyl Isophthalate is as an intermediate in the synthesis of polyesters. In order to obtain the structural strength needed in fibers and films the polyester must be of high molecular weight. The most efficient route to these high molecular weights is through transesterification of methyl ester with a glycol. A specially purified methyl ester is needed in this application.

Isophthalate may be incorporated as the sole acid moiety in polyester fibers and films. However, it is often used in combination with other acid moieties to provide properties not available with the homopolymer.

GENERAL INFORMATION
CAS Registry Number 1459-93-4
RTECS Number NT 2540000
Molecular Weight 194
SPECIFICATIONS
Purity, wt % 99.5 Minimum
Acidity, as acetic acid, % 0.01 Maximum
Moisture (K-F). % 0.10 Maximum
TYPICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State White, flaked solid
Flash Point, C.O.C., °F 345
Melting Point, °C 67 - 68
Boiling Point, °C @ 10 mm Hg 156
Specific Gravity 1.1477 @ 85°C (molten)
Vapor Pressure 93.7 mm Hg @ 208°C
Vapor Density 6.8
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps Spindle No. 1, 30 rpm 70°C
85°C
100°C
4.9
3.1
2.5
Solubility Properties Soluble in most organic solvents
Insoluble in H2O

 

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