Formula C10H10O4 Boiling point 283 °C Appearance Colorless oily liquid | Molar mass 194.184 g/mol Density 1.19 g/cm³ | |
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Dimethyl phthalate by indo nippon chemical co ltd maharashtra
Dimethyl phthalate is a organic compound with molecular formula (C2H3O2)2C6H4. The methyl ester of phthalic acid, it is a colorless liquid that is soluble in organic solvents.
Dimethyl phthalate is used as an insect repellent for mosquitoes and flies. It is also an ectoparasiticide and has many other uses, including in solid rocket propellants, and plastics. Its LD50 is 8 200 mg/kg (rats, oral).
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