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TMTM

Trimethyl trimellitate (CAS: 2459-10-1)
IUPAC Name: trimethyl 1,2,4-benzenetricarboxylate

Modifier for polyester resins. High boiling triester with high solvency.

Novolyte's Baton Rouge, LA, plant has been producing the highest quality TMTM for more than 10 years.

Aprotic Solvent:

  • Low vapor pressure
  • Friendly tox profile
  • High solvency

Physical Properties

Empirical Formula C12H12O6
Molecular Weight 252.3
Boiling point at 12mm Hg (°C) 194
Melting Point (°C) 38-40
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg/20°C) 0.01
Density (g/ml, 25°C) 1.261
Organic Purity (%, min) 95