| Formula / Notation | C4H9NO |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 127-19-5 |
| Molecular Weight | 87.12 |
| Melting Point | -4 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 329 to 331 °F at 760 mmHg (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) |
| 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... |
| Also Known As | 127-19-5; Dimethylacetamide; Acetamide, N,N-dimethyl-; Acetdimethylamide; DMAc; Dimethyl acetamide; N,N-Dimethyl acetamide; Dimethylamide acetate; N,N-Dimethylethanamide; Dimethylacetone amide |
| Category | Solvents |
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
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
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -4 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 329 to 331 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 0.943 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Molecular Weight | 87.12 |
| Solubility | greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 72 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| 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... |
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
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.
Used as a reaction solvent in organic synthesis, extraction solvent, cleaning agent, or in pharmaceutical manufacture.
Flammable solvent. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Use in well-ventilated area or fume hood. Consult SDS before use.
The formula or notation for N,N-Dimethylacetamide is: C4H9NO