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N,N-Dimethylacetamide

IUPAC: N,N-dimethylacetamide

C4H9NO Solvents CAS 127-19-5
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Formula / NotationC4H9NO
CAS Number127-19-5
Molecular Weight87.12
Melting Point-4 °F (NTP, 1992)
Boiling Point329 to 331 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
Density0.943 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float
Solubilitygreater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 72 °F (NTP, 1992)
AppearanceDimethylacetamide appears as a clear colorless liquid with a faint odor similar to ammonia. About the same density as water. Flash point 145 °F. Vapors heavier than air. May by toxic by skin absor...
Also Known As127-19-5; Dimethylacetamide; Acetamide, N,N-dimethyl-; Acetdimethylamide; DMAc; Dimethyl acetamide; N,N-Dimethyl acetamide; Dimethylamide acetate; N,N-Dimethylethanamide; Dimethylacetone amide
CategorySolvents

What is N,N-Dimethylacetamide?

N,N-Dimethylacetamide can cause cancer according to California Labor Code. It can cause developmental toxicity and male reproductive toxicity according to an independent committee of scientific and health experts.

Formula & Notation

C4H9NO

IUPAC Name: N,N-dimethylacetamide

Other Names / Synonyms: 127-19-5; Dimethylacetamide; Acetamide, N,N-dimethyl-; Acetdimethylamide; DMAc; Dimethyl acetamide; N,N-Dimethyl acetamide; Dimethylamide acetate; N,N-Dimethylethanamide; Dimethylacetone amide

Properties & Characteristics

Appearance: Dimethylacetamide appears as a clear colorless liquid with a faint odor similar to ammonia. About the same density as water. Flash point 145 °F. Vapors heavier than air. May by toxic by skin absor.... Molecular formula: C4H9NO. Molecular weight: 87.12 g/mol. Boiling point: 329 to 331 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992). Melting point: -4 °F (NTP, 1992). Density: 0.943 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float. Solubility: greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 72 °F (NTP, 1992). Vapor pressure: 9 mmHg at 140 °F (NTP, 1992). LogP: -0.8.

Physical Data

PropertyValue
Melting Point-4 °F (NTP, 1992)
Boiling Point329 to 331 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
Density0.943 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float
Molecular Weight87.12
Solubilitygreater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 72 °F (NTP, 1992)
AppearanceDimethylacetamide appears as a clear colorless liquid with a faint odor similar to ammonia. About the same density as water. Flash point 145 °F. Vapors heavier than air. May by toxic by skin absor...

Uses & Applications

Used as a reaction solvent in organic synthesis, extraction solvent, cleaning agent, or in pharmaceutical manufacture.

Safety Information

Flammable solvent. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Use in well-ventilated area or fume hood. Consult SDS before use.

Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.

Key Facts

Term N,N-Dimethylacetamide
Formula C4H9NO
CAS Number 127-19-5
Molecular Weight 87.12
Category Solvents
Synonyms 127-19-5; Dimethylacetamide; Acetamide, N,N-dimethyl-; Acetdimethylamide; DMAc; Dimethyl acetamide; N,N-Dimethyl acetamide; Dimethylamide acetate; N,N-Dimethylethanamide; Dimethylacetone amide

Frequently Asked Questions

N,N-Dimethylacetamide can cause cancer according to California Labor Code. It can cause developmental toxicity and male reproductive toxicity according to an independent committee of scientific and health experts.

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