Bis(2-Hydroxyethyl) terephthalate

BHET

Fixed

106-109 ° C

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Bis (hydroxyethyl ) terephthalate is an organic chemical compound from the group of Terephthalate ( esters of terephthalic acid).

Production and representation

Bis (hydroxyethyl ) terephthalate is obtained by esterification of terephthalic acid or the transesterification of dimethyl terephthalate with ethylene glycol.

Use

Bis (hydroxyethyl ) terephthalate is an intermediate in the production of PET.