DMT is a crucial monomer in the polyester industry, primarily utilized in the production of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) via the transesterification method, which subsequently leads to the manufacture of polyester fibers (Dacron), polyester films, plastic bottles, and similar products.
DMT serves as a vital raw material for the production of high-performance engineering plastics,
and also acts as a key precursor for the synthesis of 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol (CHDM).
Furthermore, DMT can be employed in the production of plasticizers (such as dioctyl terephthalate), high-temperature insulating varnishes, coatings, and adhesives.
| ANALYSIS |
SPECIFICATION |
RESULTS |
| Appearance |
White powder |
Complies |
| Odor |
Characteristic |
Complies |
| Tasted |
Characteristic |
Complies |
| Assay |
99% |
Complies |
| Sieve Analysis |
100% pass 80 mesh |
Complies |
| Loss on Drying |
5% Max. |
1.02% |
| Sulphated Ash |
5% Max. |
1.3% |
| Extract Solvent |
Ethanol & Water |
Complies |
| Heavy Metal |
5ppm Max |
Complies |
| As |
2ppm Max |
Complies |
| Residual Solvents |
0.05% Max. |
Negative |
| Microbiology |
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| Total Plate Count |
1000/g Max |
Complies |
| Yeast & Mold |
100/g Max |
Complies |
| E.Coli |
Negative |
Complies |
| Salmonella |
Negative |
Complies
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