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Is Dimethyl 2,6-Naphthalate vegetarian?

Dimethyl 2,6-Naphthalate

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Dimethyl 2,6-Naphthalate is a synthetic ester of naphthalene-2,6-dicarboxylic acid, used as a chemical intermediate, notably in the production of polyethylene naphthalate.

Also known as Dimethyl Naphthalene-2,6-Dicarboxylate
INCI name Dimethyl 2,6-Naphthalate
CAS number 840-65-3
EC number 212-661-4
CosIng ID 85689
Last reviewed 10 July 2026

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