Home › Chemicals › Dimethyl Carbonate CAS 616-38-6: Dimethyl Carbonate (C3H6O3) Identity CAS Number 616-38-6 Molecular Formula C3H6O3 IUPAC Name dimethyl carbonate Molecular Weight 90.08 g/mol SMILES COC(=O)OCSynonyms DMC, methyl carbonate, carbonic acid dimethyl ester, dimethyl carbonate
2D Structure
Physical Properties Density 1.069 g/mL at 25°C Boiling Point 90.0°C Melting Point 4.0°C Flash Point 18.0°C Vapor Pressure 3.5 kPa at 20°C Refractive Index nD = 1.369 Dielectric Constant ε = 3.1
Safety & GHS Classification Flammable
H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapor Storage: Store in cool, well-ventilated area. Keep away from ignition sources, heat, and strong oxidizers. Ground/bond containers during transfer. Use explosion-proof equipment.
Material Compatibility Matrix Plastics Material Rating PTFE Excellent PVC Fair PE Good PP Good PEEK Excellent PVDF Good
Rubbers Material Rating Viton Good NBR Good EPDM Excellent Silicone Good FKM Good
Metals Material Rating Stainless 316 Excellent Aluminum Excellent Copper Excellent Brass Excellent
Applications Lithium battery electrolyte solvent Green solvent (replacement for DMF, acetone) Polycarbonate resin precursor Methylating agent in organic synthesis Paint and coating solvent Pharmaceutical intermediate External References: PubChem
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