Description

Dimethoxymethane, also known as methylal, is a versatile organic solvent and chemical intermediate with a high degree of volatility. Its excellent solvency power and low boiling point make it a valuable component in formulations requiring fast evaporation and high purity. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the paints and coatings, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemical industries, where it serves as a reaction medium and extraction solvent.

Application

• Solvent for Paints, Coatings, and Inks: Used as a fast-evaporating solvent in lacquers, varnishes, and printing inks to improve flow and drying characteristics.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Acts as a key reagent and protecting group in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals.
• Extraction and Purification Agent: Employed in the extraction of natural products and the purification of various chemical compounds due to its selective solvency.
• Fuel Additive and Aerosol Propellant: Functions as a component in specialty fuel formulations and as a propellant in aerosol products.
• Adhesive and Resin Formulation: Serves as a solvent in the formulation of adhesives, sealants, and synthetic resins.
• Laboratory Reagent: Utilized as a solvent and reaction medium in research and analytical chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethoxymethane
CAS No.	109-87-5
Molecular Formula	C3H8O2
Molecular Weight	76.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Methylal; Formaldehyde Dimethyl Acetal; Dimethoxy Methane; Methoxymethyl Methyl Ether; Methylene Dimethyl Ether; Dimethyl Formal; Methyl Formaldehyde Dimethyl Acetal; Formal
EINECS	203-714-2

Quality Control

Our Dimethoxymethane is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed against rigorous internal specifications, which typically include identity confirmation, assay, and impurity profile testing. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and ignition points. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain product integrity. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1 %
Acidity (as CH3COOH)	≤ 0.02 %
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.855 - 0.865
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.351 - 1.355
Boiling Range	41 - 43°C

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.