Specification
| Product Name | Dimethyl carbonate |
|---|---|
| Other Names | DMC |
| CAS No. | 616-38-6 |
| EINECS No. | 210-478-4 |
| MF | C3H6O3 |
| Molecular weight | 90.08 |
| Purity | 99.90% |
| Appearance | Colorless transparent liquid |
| Density | 1.069 g/mL at 20 °C |
| Melting point | 0.5 °C (lit.) |
| Boiling point | 90-91 °C |
| Flashing point | 17 °C (closed cup) |
Values are typical for the standard grade. Tighter specifications are available — state the target in your inquiry and we confirm against the production batch.
Hazard classification
- H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour
European Chemicals Agency. "dimethyl carbonate, Index No. 607-013-00-6." In Table 3 of Annex VI to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 (CLP Regulation), 23rd Adaptation to Technical Progress (harmonised list as of 2026-07-07). Helsinki: European Chemicals Agency, 2026. https://echa.europa.eu/information-on-chemicals/annex-vi-to-clp.
Packaging and shipping
Dimethyl Carbonate (DMC, CAS 616-38-6) is a versatile, eco-friendly organic compound widely recognized as a “green solvent” for its low toxicity and biodegradable properties. It serves as a crucial raw material in lithium-ion battery electrolytes, pharmaceutical synthesis, and chemical manufacturing, offering excellent solubility and reactivity.
With high purity grades (industrial, battery, and pharmaceutical), DMC acts as an efficient solvent for coatings, inks, and cleaning agents, replacing harmful traditional solvents. It also functions as a methylating and carbonylating agent in organic synthesis, supporting the production of polycarbonates, lubricants, and fine chemicals.
Backed by a stable supply chain and full compliance documentation, our DMC meets international quality standards, ensuring reliable performance across multiple industrial applications while aligning with global sustainability goals.
Product Description
Dimethyl Carbonate (DMC, CAS 616-38-6) is a high-purity, eco-friendly organic compound known as a “green solvent” with low toxicity and excellent biodegradability.
It appears as a colorless transparent liquid with a molecular formula of C₃H₆O₃ and a molecular weight of 90.08, boasting a density of 1.069 g/mL at 20 °C, a melting point of 0.5 °C, a boiling point of 90-91 °C, and a flash point of 17 °C (closed cup). Widely used across industries, DMC serves as a critical raw material in lithium-ion battery electrolytes, providing high electrochemical stability and safety for energy storage systems.
It also acts as an efficient methylating and carbonylating agent in pharmaceutical and chemical synthesis, supporting the production of polycarbonates, lubricants, and fine chemicals while replacing harmful traditional solvents In coatings, inks, and cleaning products, DMC functions as a low-VOC solvent with strong dissolving power, reducing environmental impact and improving product performance. For usage, in battery manufacturing, it is typically blended with other carbonates (such as EC and EMC) to formulate electrolytes; in chemical synthesis, it is used under controlled temperature and pressure to avoid flammability risks;
in industrial cleaning, it is applied directly or diluted to remove stubborn residues without damaging substrates.
Our DMC is available in industrial, battery, and pharmaceutical grades, with stable supply chains and full compliance documentation, meeting international quality standards to ensure reliable performance in diverse applications while advancing global sustainability goals.
Delivery&Payment method
Frequently asked
In what packaging is Dimethyl carbonate shipped?
Standard formats are Drum (220kg/225 kg), IBC Drum (1000kg/1127 kg), ISO tank (20ft) (24–26 m³), ISO tank (40ft) (48–50 m³). Other packaging can be arranged for full-container orders.
Is a safety data sheet available for Dimethyl carbonate?
Yes, on request. Safety data sheets are issued per grade and destination market; state the country of import in your inquiry.
What purity do you supply?
The standard grade is 99.90%. Tighter specifications are confirmed against the production batch before shipment.
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