Dimethyl carbonate (DMC) is an organic compound with the formula OC(OCH3)2. It is a colourless, flammable liquid. It is classified as a carbonate ester. This compound has found use as a methylating agent and more recently as a solvent that is exempt from classification as a volatile organic compound (VOC) in the US. Dimethyl carbonate is often considered to be a green reagent.
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Item |
Specifications |
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Appearance |
Colorless&transparent liquid |
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Content |
≥99.9% |
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Methanol |
≤0.02% |
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Moisture |
≤0.02% |
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Acidity (CH3COOH) |
≤0.015% |
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Free chlorine |
≤0.01% |
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Color (APHA) |
≤5 |