CAS 124-40-3: Dimethylamine
Description:Dimethylamine is a colorless, flammable liquid with a strong, fishy odor, classified as a tertiary amine. Its molecular formula is C2H7N, and it features two methyl groups attached to a nitrogen atom. Dimethylamine is highly soluble in water and polar organic solvents, making it a versatile compound in various chemical applications. It is primarily used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and surfactants. The substance exhibits basic properties, allowing it to react with acids to form dimethylammonium salts. Dimethylamine can also participate in nucleophilic substitution reactions due to the presence of the nitrogen atom, which can donate a lone pair of electrons. However, it is important to handle dimethylamine with care, as it can be irritating to the skin, eyes, and respiratory system. Additionally, it poses environmental hazards, necessitating proper safety measures during storage and use. Overall, dimethylamine is a significant compound in organic chemistry with diverse industrial applications.
Formula:C2H7N
InChI:InChI=1S/C2H7N/c1-3-2/h3H,1-2H3
InChI key:InChIKey=ROSDSFDQCJNGOL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:N(C)C
- Synonyms:
- DMA
- Dimethylamin
- Dimethylamine,Anhydre
- Dimethylamine,Anhydrous
- Dimetilamina
- Dimetilamina, En Disolucion Acuosa
- Dimetilammina
- Methanamine, N-methyl
- N,N-Dimethylamine
- N-Methyl methanamine
- See more synonyms
- N-methylmethanamine
- N-methylmethanamine hydrochloride (1:1)
- N-methylmethanamine sulfate
- N-methylmethanamine sulfate (1:1)
- Nsc 8650
- ジメチルアミン
- Dimethylamine
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