Dimethyl carbonate is an environmentally friendly solvent used to make coatings, adhesives, and cleaning agents. DMC is also used as a raw material for organic synthesis, and in reactions that include methylation, carbonylation, and carbomethoxylation. Dimethyl carbonate is also used as an electrolyte in lithium ion batteries.
Molar Weight | 90.078 g/mol |
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Melting Point | 2 °C |
Boiling Point | 90 °C |
Flash Point | 17°C |
Density | 1.069 g/cc |
Forms | Liquid (clear), Colourless |
Synonyms: DMC, Carbonic Acid Dimethyl Ester
Chemical Formula: C3H6O3
CAS Number: 616-38-6