Isosorbide dimethyl ether

Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients 2025-03-03

Catalog ID80021288

CAS NO.5306-85-4

Purity 98%

MDL NumberMFCD00064828

EINEC226-159-8

Molecular formula C8H14O4

Molecular weight 174.19

Boiling point: 93-95°C

Flash point: 120°C

Category Information
Chemical Properties Isosorbide dimethyl ether (DMI) is a cyclic ether compound with the molecular formula C₈H₁₄O₄ and a molecular weight of 174.2. It is a bio-based high boiling green solvent.
Physical Properties It is a clear colorless to light yellow liquid with a density of 1.15 g/mL at 25°C. The boiling point is 93-95°C at 0.1 mm Hg, and the melting point is -70°C.
Solubility DMI is soluble in water and has a solubility of ≥100 mg/mL in DMSO.
Applications It is used as a solvent and penetration aid in pharmaceutical formulations. Additionally, DMI can be used for sustainable ultrafiltration and microfiltration membrane preparation.
Storage Conditions It should be stored at room temperature in its pure form for up to 3 years. When stored in a solvent, it is stable for 6 months at -80°C and 1 month at -20°C.
Safety Information The flash point of DMI is 227°F. It is recommended to store it sealed in a dry environment.

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