Dimethylformamide or DMF was first discovered in 1931 by two chemists named John Jacob Bertlet and Cynthia Schatz. DMF, which is very similar to dimethyl sulfoxide, is a very powerful organic solvent for dissolving organic and inorganic substances in chemical and biochemical analyses.
Dimethylformamide (DMF) is an organic and polar solvent that is used in many industries and chemical processes. This compound with the chemical formula C₃H₇NO, is clear, colorless and has a slight smell similar to ammonia. Due to its high solubility properties and the ability to dissolve a wide range of compounds, DMF is used in various industries, especially pharmaceutical, textile, plastic and resin production, as well as in chemical synthesis.
Technical Characteristics
| Chemical Formula | C3H7NO |
| Other names | N,N-Dimethylmethanamide DMF N,N-Dimethylformamide Dimethylformamide |
| CAS Number | 68-12-2 |
| Melting point | -61 °C |
| Boiling point | 153 °C |
| Molecular mass | 73.09 g/mol |
| Appearance | Clear liquid |
Applications
- Pharmaceutical industry
- Textile industry
- Plastic and resin production
- Electronics and precision equipment
- Adhesives and Leather industry
- Surface coating
Environmental impact of Dimethylformamide
The environmental effects of this substance have been adequately investigated, but no significant effects have been found.
Safety Measures and Regulations for Handling Dimethylformamide
Dimethylformamide is one of the toxic chemical compounds. For this reason, all people who are in contact with this chemical compound should use protective clothing and gloves. Because if this chemical product comes into contact with human skin, it can cause skin burns. In addition, the use of protective glasses and masks is recommended for people who are frequently in the vicinity of this substance.
For the use of DMF in industrial environments, different standards have been considered. The daily occupational exposure limit for this substance is usually around 10 ppm, but this value may vary by country and local standards.
Packing
This solvent is mainly supplied in 200 kg barrels.