Dimethyl phthalate (Ring-d4) is the deuterium-labeled version of Dimethyl phthalate, a laboratory chemical primarily used for research purposes and in the manufacture of substances. This compound acts as an endocrine disruptor and a widespread pollutant, frequently employed as a plasticizer to enhance the flexibility of rigid polyvinylchloride (PVC) resins. It possesses a molecular formula of C10H6D4O4 and a molecular weight of 198.21. As a liquid, it exhibits a relative density of 1.214 g/cm³ and a melting/freezing point of 2°C, and is stable under recommended storage conditions.
- Used as a research chemical and for manufacturing substances.
- Functions as an endocrine disruptor and ubiquitous pollutant.
- Commonly used as a plasticizer for rigid polyvinylchloride (PVC) resins.
- Molecular formula: C10H6D4O4; Molecular weight: 198.21.
- Liquid with a relative density of 1.214 g/cm³.
- Melting/freezing point of 2°C.