| Formula / Notation | C2H6O4S |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 77-78-1 |
| Molecular Weight | 126.13 |
| Melting Point | -25.15 °F (EPA, 1998) |
| Boiling Point | About 370 °F (with decomposition) (EPA, 1998) |
| Density | 1.3283 at 68 °F (EPA, 1998) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | 3 % at 64 °F (NIOSH, 2024) |
| Appearance | Dimethyl sulfate is a colorless oily liquid, odorless to a faint onion-like odor. It is very toxic by inhalation. It is a combustible liquid and has a flash point of 182 °F. It is slightly soluble... |
| Also Known As | 77-78-1; dimethylsulfate; Dimethyl sulphate; Dimethyl monosulfate; Sulfuric acid, dimethyl ester; Dimethylsulfat; Sulfuric acid dimethyl ester; Sulfate dimethylique; Dimethylsulfaat; Dimetilsolfato |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is Dimethyl sulfate?
Dimethyl Sulfate can cause cancer according to an independent committee of scientific and health experts.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: dimethyl sulfate
Other Names / Synonyms: 77-78-1; dimethylsulfate; Dimethyl sulphate; Dimethyl monosulfate; Sulfuric acid, dimethyl ester; Dimethylsulfat; Sulfuric acid dimethyl ester; Sulfate dimethylique; Dimethylsulfaat; Dimetilsolfato
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -25.15 °F (EPA, 1998) |
| Boiling Point | About 370 °F (with decomposition) (EPA, 1998) |
| Density | 1.3283 at 68 °F (EPA, 1998) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 126.13 |
| Solubility | 3 % at 64 °F (NIOSH, 2024) |
| Appearance | Dimethyl sulfate is a colorless oily liquid, odorless to a faint onion-like odor. It is very toxic by inhalation. It is a combustible liquid and has a flash point of 182 °F. It is slightly soluble... |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Dimethyl Sulfate can cause cancer according to an independent committee of scientific and health experts.
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for Dimethyl sulfate is: C2H6O4S