| CAS# | 67-68-5 |
| FORMULA | C2H6OS |
| Synonyms | Methyl sulfoxide; Dimethyl sulphoxide |
| GROUPS/USES | Aprotic Solvents, Electronic Chemicals, Epoxy Coatings, Industrial Chemicals, Pharmaceutical & Fine Chemicals, Solvents & Degreasers, Coatings, Paints, Solvent |
| Markets | CASE – Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants & Elastomers, Chemical & Materials Manufacturing, Electronics, Personal Care & Pharmaceutical, Surface Treatment – Fluids, Lubricants & Metalworking |
FAQ’S
What is Dimethyl sulfoxide?
Dimethyl sulfoxide is a colorless, odorless, polar organic liquid that is used as a solvent.
What are the uses of Dimethyl sulfoxide?
Dimethyl sulfoxide is used as a solvent in laboratories and industries. It is used to treat interstitial cystitis and as an anti-inflammatory agent. It can be used as a carbon source in organic synthesis. It can be used as an oxidant for alcohols.
What are the side effects of Dimethyl sulfoxide?
Dimethyl sulfoxide can cause skin reactions, such as redness, itching, dryness, and hardening. It can cause headaches, dizziness, and sedation if vapor concentrations are high.
Choice Organochem LLP supplies Dimethyl sulfoxide to users/customers for Electronic Chemicals, Industrial Chemicals, Pharmaceutical & Fine Chemicals, Solvents & Degreasers, Coatings.
Dimethyl sulfoxide Specifications
| Test Items | Specifications |
| Appearance | Colorless Liquid or Crystal |
| Odor | Odorless or slightly odorless |
| Assay | ≥99.95% |
| Acid Value | ≤0.02 mgKOH/g |
| Crystallization Point | ≥18.30℃ |
| Refractive Index | 1.4778-1.4800nD20℃ |
| Transmittance (400nm) | ≥99.0% |
| Conductivity | ≤0.3 us/cm |
| Water | ≤1000 PPm |