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What is the structure of dimethylacetamide (CAS 127-19-5)?

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Dimethylacetamide (CAS 127-19-5), abbreviated as DMAc/DMA, is a colorless, water-soluble liquid with the molecular formula CH3CON(CH3)2. It is a high-boiling-point polar aprotic solvent used in the production of synthetic fibers, plastics, and pharmaceuticals.

 

Molecular Structure of dimethylacetamide (CAS 127-19-5)

Molecular formula: C₄H₉NO

Structural formula: CH₃–CO–N(CH₃)₂

Structure visualization: CH3-CO-N(CH3)2

Its structure features is : a central amide group where two hydrogen atoms on the nitrogen are replaced by two methyl groups.

 

What does this structure mean?

Due to this structure, N,N-Dimethylacetamide DMAc possesses:

  • High polarity (favorable for dissolving polymers)
  • Ability to dissolve organic compounds and some inorganic compounds
  • High boiling point and thermal stability
  • Low volatility compared to lighter solvents

 

dimethylacetamide molecular structure

 

What are the properties of DMAC solvent?

 

Properties  
Molecular Weight 87.12
Boiling Point (°C at 760 mmHg) 165.5
Freezing Point (°C) -20
Density (at 15.6 °C) 0.9448
Heat of Vaporization 10.36 kcal/gr.mole
Heat of Combustion 608 kcal/gr.mole
Flash Point (°C) 490
Heat of Formation (Liquid, 0.87 °C) 0.485 cal/gr. °C
Combustion Limits

Minimum: 2% by volume

Maximum: 11.5% by volume

Solubility Fully miscible with water, ether, esters, ketones, and aromatic compounds
Hydrolysis Tendency Tends to hydrolyze in aqueous solutions at high temperatures

 

What is N,N-dimethylacetamide (CAS 127-19-5) used for?

Pharmaceuticals: Dimethylacetamide DMAc is used as a reaction medium in active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) synthesis and peptide coupling processes, where purity and consistency are critical.

Polymer Production: Utilized in manufacturing polyimide, polyacrylonitrile, and polyurethane for advanced fibers, membranes, and films.

Electronics: N,N-Dimethylacetamide (CAS 127-19-5) is used as a cleaning and coating solvent for semiconductors and display materials.

Agricultural Chemicals: In pesticide and herbicide formulation due to its excellent solvency for complex active ingredients.

 

Dimethylacetamide Solvent CAS 127-19-5

 

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