| Formula / Notation | C2H6OS |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 67-68-5 |
| Molecular Weight | 78.14 |
| Melting Point | 65.3 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 372 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.101 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Dimethyl sulfoxide appears as a clear liquid, essentially odorless. Closed cup flash point 192 °F. Vapors are heavier than air. Contact with the skin may cause stinging and burning and lead to an ... |
| Also Known As | methylsulfinylmethane; 67-68-5; DMSO; Methylsulfinylmethane; Methyl sulfoxide; Dimethyl sulphoxide; Dimethylsulfoxide; Demasorb; Domoso; sulfinylbismethane |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is Dimethyl sulfoxide?
Dimethyl sulfoxide is a 2-carbon sulfoxide in which the sulfur atom has two methyl substituents. It has a role as a geroprotector, an alkylating agent, a non-narcotic analgesic, a MRI contrast agent, a polar aprotic solvent, a radical scavenger, an antidote and an Escherichia coli metabolite. It is a volatile organic compound and a sulfoxide.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: methylsulfinylmethane
Other Names / Synonyms: methylsulfinylmethane; 67-68-5; DMSO; Methylsulfinylmethane; Methyl sulfoxide; Dimethyl sulphoxide; Dimethylsulfoxide; Demasorb; Domoso; sulfinylbismethane
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 65.3 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 372 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.101 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 78.14 |
| Solubility | greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Dimethyl sulfoxide appears as a clear liquid, essentially odorless. Closed cup flash point 192 °F. Vapors are heavier than air. Contact with the skin may cause stinging and burning and lead to an ... |
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 sulfoxide is a 2-carbon sulfoxide in which the sulfur atom has two methyl substituents. It has a role as a geroprotector, an alkylating agent, a non-narcotic analgesic, a MRI contrast agent, a polar aprotic solvent, a radical scavenger, an antidote and an Escherichia coli metabolite. It is a volatile organic compound and a sulfoxide.
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 sulfoxide is: C2H6OS