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Product Data Sheet — TMTM

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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 TMTM without interruption for more than 10 years.

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

Aprotic Solvent

  • Low vapor pressure
  • Friendly tox profile

Cross-linking agent

  • For polyester and polyamides

Novolyte TMTM

  • Dependable quality
  • Predictable processing
  • Favorable tox profile
  • Refer to MSDS for detailed handling and disposal information
  • Use with proper PPE and engineering controls