Dimethyl dicarbonate
CAS Number4525-33-1
FormulaN/A
Mol. Weight134.09 g/mol
Dimethyl dicarbonate
What is Dimethyl dicarbonate?
Dimethyl dicarbonate is a chemical compound with CAS number 4525-33-1. It is used in various industrial and research applications.
Applications
Antimicrobial agent effective for producing pathogen-free apple cider.1 Also useful for killing yeast (but not acetogenic bacteria) in wine before bottling.2
Specifications
Linear Formula
(CH3OCO)2O
Molecular Weight
134.09 g/mol
Assay/Purity
≥97.0% (T)
Boiling Point
45-46 °C/5 mmHg(lit.)
Density
1.25 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Safety Information
GHS05
GHS06Signal Word
Danger
Hazard Statements
H302 + H312-H314-H330
Precautionary Statements
P260-P280-P284-P305 + P351 + P338-P310
Required PPE
Faceshields, full-face respirator (US), Gloves, Goggles, multi-purpose combination respirator cartridge (US), type ABEK (EN14387) respirator filter
EC Number
224-859-8
WGK Germany
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