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What are the uses of Dimethylacetamide solvent in the pharmaceutical industry?

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CAS 127-19-5  Dimethylacetamide (DMAC or DMA) is an FDA-approved, high-polarity aprotic solvent used in the pharmaceutical industry. It is commonly applied in drug synthesis, pharmaceutical intermediates production, reaction media for organic synthesis, and purification processes. Due to its strong solvating ability, high boiling point, and chemical stability, DMAc helps improve reaction efficiency and supports the manufacturing of complex pharmaceutical compounds.

 

Dimethylacetamide (DMAc) Pharmaceutical Grade Specifications

 

Product Name Dimethylacetamide
Synonyms DMAc, N,N-Dimethylacetamide
CAS Number 127-19-5
Molecular Formula C₄H₉NO
Molecular Weight 87.12 g/mol
Grade Pharmaceutical Grade
Appearance Colorless clear liquid
Assay (GC) ≥ 99.9%
Water Content (Karl Fischer) ≤ 0.05%
Acidity (as Acetic Acid) ≤ 0.003%
Basicity (as Dimethylamine) ≤ 0.002%
Residue on Evaporation ≤ 0.002%
Heavy Metals ≤ 10 ppm
Iron (Fe) ≤ 0.5 ppm
Color (APHA) ≤ 10
Density (20°C) 0.935 – 0.940 g/cm³
Refractive Index (20°C) 1.437 – 1.439
Boiling Point 164 – 166 °C
Flash Point 66 – 70 °C

 

 

What are the uses of Dimethylacetamide solvent in the pharmaceutical industry?

Key Applications of Dimethylacetamide in the Pharmaceutical Industry
1. Reaction Solvent in Drug Synthesis

One of the most common applications of dimethylacetamide solvent in the pharmaceutical industry is as a reaction solvent for organic synthesis. Its ability to dissolve various organic reagents and catalysts, stabilize reaction intermediates, and support high-temperature reactions makes it suitable for synthesizing pharmaceutical intermediates and active compounds.

 

2. Pharmaceutical Intermediate Production
N,N-Dimethylacetamide DMAc is extensively used in the production of pharmaceutical intermediates, which serve as critical building blocks in drug manufacturing. It enhances reaction yields and improves reactant solubility. Numerous fine chemical and API manufacturers rely on DMAc to accomplish complex intermediate reactions.

 

3. Peptide and Specialty Molecular Synthesis Solvent

Dimethylacetamide solvent is frequently employed in synthesizing peptides and complex organic molecules due to its ability to dissolve: amino acid derivatives, catalysts, and specialty reagents.

 

4. Pharmaceutical Process Development
During drug R&D and process optimization phases, DMAc is extensively utilized in laboratory and pilot-scale studies.

 

Pharmaceutical Grade Dimethylacetamide

 

Typical Pharmaceutical Applications

Application USE
API synthesis Reaction solvent
Pharmaceutical intermediates Reaction medium
Drug development Laboratory solvent
Organic synthesis Polar aprotic solvent
Process chemistry Reaction optimization

 

 

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FAQ

Is dimethylacetamide Solvent suitable for API production?

Yes, N,N-Dimethylacetamide (DMAc or DMAC) is considered suitable for Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) production, particularly as a reaction medium, extraction solvent, and crystallization agent.

 

What purity of DMAc solvent is required for pharmaceutical manufacturing?

Typically requires a high-purity grade, generally 99.9%.

 

 

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