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Organic Chemicals

Dimethyl Carbonate For Synthesis

RA001288 CAS 616-38-6 For Synthesis

Identity

Product code
RA001288
CAS number
616-38-6
Grade
For Synthesis
Purity
99%
Molecular formula
C3H6O3
Molecular weight
90.08

Classification

Applications
Organic Synthesis

Technical Data

Properties

PropertyValueUnit
Physical state at 20 °C Liquid —
Vapour density 3.1 —
Density [g/cm3] 1.069 g/cm3 g/cm3
Relative density, gas (air=1) 3.11 —
Solubility in water [% weight] Insoluble in water —
Explosion limits - upper [%] 12.87 % %
Explosion limits -lower [%] 4.22 % %
Colour Clear Colorless —
Odour Pleasant —
Melting point/ Freezing point [°C] 2 - 4 °C °C
Critical temperature [°C] 274.85 °C °C
Flammability (solid, gas) Flammable —
Flash point [°C] 16 °C °C
Boiling point [°C] 90 °C °C
Vapour pressure [20°C] 5.6 kPa kPa

These are recorded catalogue property values. Product specification limits, where available, are listed under Specifications.

Specifications

ParameterSpecificationUnit Method
Appearance A clear colorless liquid — —
Purity Min 99 % % GC
Density (d20°C/4°C) 1.068 - 1.070 — —

Packaging

Pack size SKU
25 L RA001288-PK-25L
500 mL RA001288-PK-500ML
2.5 L RA001288-PK-2.5L