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Structure

N,N-Dimethylformamide

CAS
68-12-2
Catalog Number
ACM68122
Category
Main Products
Molecular Weight
73.09 g/mol
Molecular Formula
C3H7NO

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Specification

Description
N,n-dimethylformamide appears as a water-white liquid with a faint fishy odor. Flash point 136 °F. Slightly less dense than water. Vapors heavier than air. Toxic by inhalation or skin absorption. May irritate eyes.
N,N-dimethylformamide is a member of the class of formamides that is formamide in which the amino hydrogens are replaced by methyl groups. It has a role as a polar aprotic solvent, a hepatotoxic agent and a geroprotector. It is a volatile organic compound and a member of formamides. It is functionally related to a formamide.
Synonyms
AKOS BBS-00004259;FORMIC ACID DIMETHYLAMIDE;FORMDIMETHYLAMIDE;FORMYLDIMETHYLAMINE;DIMETHYLFORMAMIDE;DMF;DMFA;N,N-DIMETHYLFORMAMIDE
IUPAC Name
N,N-dimethylformamide
Canonical SMILES
CN(C)C=O
InChI
InChI=1S/C3H7NO/c1-4(2)3-5/h3H,1-2H3
InChI Key
ZMXDDKWLCZADIW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Boiling Point
153°C(lit.)
Melting Point
-61°C
Flash Point
136°F
Density
0.948g/mL at 20°C
Appearance
colourless liquid
Complexity
33.9
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count
1
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count
0
Defined Bond Stereocenter Count
0
EC Number
200-679-5
Exact Mass
73.052763847 g/mol
Formal Charge
0
Hazard Statements
T
Heavy Atom Count
5
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count
1
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count
0
Isotope Atom Count
0
Monoisotopic Mass
73.052763847 g/mol
Packing Group
III
Rotatable Bond Count
0
Safety Description
53-45
Supplemental Hazard Statements
H312-H332-H302-H318-H331-H341-H370-H372-H360-H226-H312+H332-H319-H360D
Symbol
GHS08,GHS02,GHS07,GHS05,GHS06
Topological Polar Surface Area
20.3Ų
Undefined Atom Stereocenter Count
0
Undefined Bond Stereocenter Count
0
UN Number
2265
WGK Germany
1
XLogP3
-1
What is the molecular formula of N,N-Dimethylformamide?

The molecular formula of N,N-Dimethylformamide is C3H7NOHCON(CH3)2.

What is the molecular weight of N,N-Dimethylformamide?

The molecular weight of N,N-Dimethylformamide is 73.09 g/mol.

What is the synonyms of N,N-Dimethylformamide?

The synonyms of N,N-Dimethylformamide include Dimethylformamide, 68-12-2, Dimethyl formamide, and N,N-Dimethylmethanamide.

What is the description of N,N-Dimethylformamide?

N,N-Dimethylformamide appears as a water-white liquid with a faint fishy odor. It has a flash point of 136 °F. It is slightly less dense than water and its vapors are heavier than air. It is toxic by inhalation or skin absorption and may irritate the eyes.

What is the role of N,N-Dimethylformamide as mentioned in CAMEO Chemicals?

N,N-Dimethylformamide has a role as a polar aprotic solvent, a hepatotoxic agent, and a geroprotector. It is also mentioned as a volatile organic compound and a member of formamides.

How is N,N-Dimethylformamide used industrially?

N,N-Dimethylformamide is used as an industrial solvent and in the production of fibers, films, and surface coatings.

What are the acute symptoms of N,N-Dimethylformamide exposure in humans?

Acute exposure to N,N-Dimethylformamide in humans can cause abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, jaundice, alcohol intolerance, and rashes.

What are the potential health effects of chronic occupational exposure to N,N-Dimethylformamide?

Chronic occupational exposure to N,N-Dimethylformamide by inhalation can result in liver damage and digestive disturbances in workers.

What was the initial association suggested between N,N-Dimethylformamide exposure and a specific type of cancer?

Initial human studies suggested a possible association between N,N-Dimethylformamide exposure and testicular cancer.

How is N,N-Dimethylformamide classified regarding its carcinogenicity according to the EPA?

The EPA has not classified N,N-Dimethylformamide with respect to its carcinogenicity.

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