Product Description

ProductDimethoxymethane
CAS109-87-5
FormulaC3H8O2
SynonymMethylal, DMM, Diethoxyethane, Methane, dimethoxy-, Dimethoxymethane

Typical Product Specifications

Moderately Solublein water (20 c)
Boiling Point42.3C
Solubility32.3% in water
Kinematic viscosity3.71 at 25C
Refractive Index1.3531
Assay99.5% min
Appearenceclear, colorless liquid
Density0.861 g/ml
Flash Point-18C CC
Surface Tension21.2 mN/n at 25C
Vapor Pressure5.88 psi at 20C
Methanol0.05% max
Formaldehyde0.0005% max
Water0.5% max
Dissolved water4%
Odorchloroform-like odor
Molecular weight76.11
Colorcolorless clear liquid
Chemical StructureChemical Structure
Notes

Used as a replacment for dichloromethane, in chemical intermediates, in the paint industy, as a propellant in cleaners and degreasers, as fuel for fule cells and as a cooling aid. 

Available in Technical and Solvent grade.

Use: SOLVENT

ClassSolvents - Glycols - Alcohols, Chemical Intermediates, Green Chemicals - Eco-Friendly
FunctionSolvents, Intermediates
IndustryIndustrial, Cleaners, Solvents
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