Dimethylamine
| Formula: | C₂H₇N |
| CAS Number: | 124-40-3 |
| EC Number (EINECS): | 204-697-4 |
| HS Code: | 29211110 |
| UN Number: | 1032 |
| IUPAC Name: | Dimethylamine |
| Also Known As: | DMA; N-Methylmethanamine; Methylamine, N-methyl- |
| Molecular Weight, g/mol: | 45.08 |
Typical Specifications
| Appearance: | Colorless gas or compressed liquefied gas |
| Odor: | Strong, fishy, ammonia-like |
| Melting Point, °C: | –93 |
| Boiling Point, °C: | 7 |
| Density, g/cm³ (at 20°C): | 0.68 (liquid, 25°C) |
| Flash Point, °C: | –17 (closed cup) |
| Solubility: | Completely miscible in water, alcohols |
| Vapor Pressure (at 20°C): | ~2.3 bar |
| Purity, %: | ≥99 |
| Grades Available: | Industrial, Pharmaceutical, Electronic |
| Packaging: | 150kg cylinders, bulk tankers, ISO containers |
Applications / Uses
Primary Applications
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Intermediate in pharmaceuticals (antihistamines, antibiotics, etc.)
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Raw material for agrochemicals (herbicides, fungicides, pesticides)
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Used in rubber chemicals and accelerators
Secondary Applications
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Solvent and neutralizing agent in chemical processes
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Intermediate for surfactants, resins, and dyes
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Additive in water treatment and leather processing
End Industries Served: Pharmaceuticals, Agrochemicals, Rubber, Plastics, Textiles, Water Treatment, Leather, Specialty Chemicals
Safety & Handling Information
Hazard Class (GHS): Flammable gas (Category 2), Toxic by inhalation (Category 3), Corrosive (Category 1B)
Hazard Statements (H-Codes):
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H220: Extremely flammable gas
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H331: Toxic if inhaled
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H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Precautionary Statements (P-Codes):
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P210: Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames
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P280: Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye/face protection
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P304 + P340: IF INHALED – remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest
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P310: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor
Storage Conditions
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Store in tightly closed cylinders under inert atmosphere
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Keep in cool, ventilated storage areas away from ignition sources
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Use corrosion-resistant materials for storage and handling
Transport Information
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ADR/RID: Class 2 (Flammable gas), UN1032
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IMDG: Class 2.1, UN1032
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IATA: Class 2.1, UN1032
Regulatory Information
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REACH Status (EU): Registered
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FDA Approval: Not approved for direct food use
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ISO Certification: Available on request (ISO 9001, ISO 14001 for plants)
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Country Standards: Meets industrial and pharma intermediate specifications