CAS 616-38-6 Dimethyl Carbonate (DMC) is a clear, colorless liquid with a mild odor. It is a VOC-exempt solvent that is considered a green reagent and used in a wide range of applications. Dimethyl Carbonate solvent is used in the manufacturing of lithium-ion batteries, production of polycarbonates, lubricants, polyurethanes, cleaning and degreasing solvents, construction materials such as paints and adhesives, fuel additives, and in biodiesel production.
| Structure | ![]() |
|---|---|
| Formula |
C3H6O3 |
| CAS No. | 616-38-6 |
| EC No. | 210-478-4 |
| Synonyms | Dimethyl carbonate; Carbonic acid dimethyl ester; Methyl carbonate |


Dimethyl Carbonate Solvent Applications
1. DMC, recognized as a low-toxicity solvent, serves as an alternative to traditional solvents like toluene, xylene, ethyl acetate, butyl acetate, acetone, and butyl ketone within the paint and adhesive manufacturing sectors, positioning itself as a sustainable green chemical solution.
2. Dimethyl Carbonate functions effectively as a methylating agent, carbonylating agent, hydroxymethylating agent, and methoxylating agent, making it a prominent raw material in numerous chemical processes.
3. Substances such as phosgene, dimethyl sulfate, and methyl chloroformate are considered suitable replacements for more hazardous compounds.
4. DMC is utilized in the synthesis of polymers including polycarbonate, diphenyl carbonate, and isocyanate.
5. In the pharmaceutical realm, DMC solvent plays a pivotal role in the synthesis of anti-infective agents, analgesics, antipyretics, vitamins, and drugs affecting the central nervous system.
6. In agricultural applications, it is primarily utilized in the synthesis of methyl isocyanate, which is subsequently employed in the production of certain carbamate pesticides (e.g., anisole).
7. Additionally, DMC is used as an additive for gasoline and as an electrolyte in lithium batteries.
solvent Dimethyl Carbonate Hazards Classification
- GHS Classification: Flammable Liquid (GHS02), Irritant (GHS07)
- Hazard Statements: Highly flammable liquid and vapor; may cause skin irritation; may cause serious eye irritation.
- UN Number: UN 1161
- Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable Liquids)
- Packing Group: II
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