| Formula / Notation | C2H7N |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 124-40-3 |
| Molecular Weight | 45.08 |
| Melting Point | -135 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 45.3 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 0.671 at 44.4 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Solubility | 24 % at 140 °F (NIOSH, 2024) |
| Appearance | Dimethylamine, anhydrous appears as a colorless gas smelling of fish at low concentrations and of ammonia at higher concentrations. Shipped as a liquid under its vapor pressure. Contact with the un... |
| Also Known As | N-methylmethanamine; N-Methylmethanamine; 124-40-3; N,N-Dimethylamine; Methanamine, N-methyl-; Dimethylamine (anhydrous); RCRA waste number U092; Ai3-15638-X; ARQ8157E0Q; DTXSID5024057 |
| Category | Bases & Alkalis |
What is Dimethylamine?
Dimethylamine is a secondary aliphatic amine where both N-substituents are methyl. It has a role as a metabolite. It is a member of methylamines and a secondary aliphatic amine. It is a conjugate base of a dimethylaminium.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: N-methylmethanamine
Other Names / Synonyms: N-methylmethanamine; N-Methylmethanamine; 124-40-3; N,N-Dimethylamine; Methanamine, N-methyl-; Dimethylamine (anhydrous); RCRA waste number U092; Ai3-15638-X; ARQ8157E0Q; DTXSID5024057
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -135 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 45.3 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 0.671 at 44.4 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Molecular Weight | 45.08 |
| Solubility | 24 % at 140 °F (NIOSH, 2024) |
| Appearance | Dimethylamine, anhydrous appears as a colorless gas smelling of fish at low concentrations and of ammonia at higher concentrations. Shipped as a liquid under its vapor pressure. Contact with the un... |
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
Dimethylamine is a secondary aliphatic amine where both N-substituents are methyl. It has a role as a metabolite. It is a member of methylamines and a secondary aliphatic amine. It is a conjugate base of a dimethylaminium.
Used in chemical manufacturing, pH adjustment, saponification, water treatment, and as a laboratory reagent.
Corrosive or irritant. Causes burns to skin and eyes. Store away from acids. Wear protective gloves and goggles. Consult SDS before use.
The formula or notation for Dimethylamine is: C2H7N