Description

Rc-12 CAS NO 6042-36-0 is a high-purity chemical compound, also known as 1,3-Dimethyl-2-imidazolidinone (DMI), valued for its exceptional solvency and stability. This versatile, aprotic polar solvent is critical for processes requiring high thermal and chemical stability. It is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, electronics, and polymer industries seeking a reliable and efficient reaction medium.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: As a high-boiling polar aprotic solvent for APIs, peptide coupling reactions, and as a reaction medium for various organic transformations.
• Agrochemical Formulation: Used as a key solvent and co-solvent in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides.
• Polymer & Resin Production: Employed in the synthesis of polyimides, polyamides, and other high-performance polymers, as well as a plasticizer and spinning solvent for fibers.
• Electronics & Specialty Chemicals: Serves as a process solvent in photoresist strippers, wafer cleaning formulations, and the manufacture of lithium-ion battery electrolytes.
• Chemical Intermediates: Acts as a reactant or solvent in the production of various fine chemicals and dyes.
• Gas Purification: Utilized as an absorbent for acid gases like CO2 and H2S in industrial gas treatment processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Rc-12
CAS No.	6042-36-0
Molecular Formula	C5H10N2O
Molecular Weight	114.15 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Dimethyl-2-imidazolidinone; DMI; N,N'-Dimethylethyleneurea; 1,3-Dimethylimidazolidin-2-one; Dimethyl Ethylene Urea; DMEU; RC-12 Solvent; NSC 5357
EINECS	227-918-4

Quality Control

Our Rc-12 is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for demanding industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided to guarantee supply reliability and product consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and strong oxidizing agents. The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are sealed after use to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.468 - 1.472
Density (g/mL at 20°C)	1.055 - 1.065
Boiling Point	~225°C

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