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Diester Monomers

Based on 14 products - Last update on the Jun 26, 2025

Diester monomers are versatile chemical compounds used in the production of various polymers and resins. These monomers typically appear as clear, viscous liquids or crystalline solids. Key features include their ability to enhance the flexibility, toughness, and chemical resistance of the resulting polymers. Main applications of diester monomers include coatings, adhesives, and plasticizers. 

Alternatives to diester monomers include monoester and triester monomers. Sub-types of diester monomers include phthalate diesters, adipate diesters, and sebacate diesters.
 

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DBM

by Daihachi Chemical Industry

DBM by Daihachi Chemical Industry is dibutyl maleate. DBM is a monomer and works as a resin modifier. It is blended with plastics to give them better performance. DBM makes plastics hard to break or tough against heat.

DOM

by Daihachi Chemical Industry

DOM by Daihachi Chemical Industry is bis(2-ethylhexyl) maleate. DOM is a monomer and works as a resin modifier. It is blended with plastics to give them better performance. Makes plastics hard to break or tough against heat.

Dimethyl terephthalate (DMT)

by BCH

Dimethyl terephthalate (DMT) by BCH is a monomer. It can react under low temperature and exhibits high thermal resistance. It is used in various areas including film, fiber, engineering plastics and to produce polyesters.

Diester Monomers