| CAS# | 127-19-5 |
| Formula | C4H9NO |
| Synonyms | Acetdimethylamide; Dimethylamide acetate |
| Groups/Uses | Solvent |
| Markets | Personal Care & Pharmaceutical, Textiles |
FAQ’S
What is Dimethylacetamide?
Dimethylacetamide is a versatile polar aprotic solvent that is colorless to yellow liquid with a faint, ammonia-like odor widely used in various industrial applications.
What are the uses of Dimethylacetamide?
Dimethylacetamide is used as a solvent in the synthesis and formulation of drugs, particularly for high molecular weight, lipophilic drugs. It also plays a role in the production of cephalosporins, a major class of antibiotics. It is a key solvent in the production of elasthane fibers (polyurethane-based) and other synthetic fibers like polyimides.
What are the safety conditions to be considered regarding Dimethylacetamide?
Dimethylacetamide has a faint, ammonia-like odor and is miscible with water and other organic solvents. However, it’s important to note that it’s been associated with liver and central nervous system toxicity in some cases.
Choice Organochem LLP supplies Dimethylacetamide to users/customers for Personal Care & Pharmaceuticals and Textiles.