Dimethyl Carbonate
Also known as: Dimethyl carbonate, Methyl carbonate, Carbonic acid dimethyl ester, DMC, Dimethyl ester of carbonic acid, Methyl carbonate ((MeO)2CO)
Dimethyl Carbonate (CAS 616-38-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H6O3 and a molecular weight of 90.078 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 2-4 ºC, a boiling point of 90.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 18.3±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 616-38-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-745-4
- Molecular Formula
- C3H6O3
- Molecular Weight
- 90.078 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 2-4 ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 90.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 18.3±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 90.031693 |
| PSA | 35.53000 |
| LogP | 0.15 |
| Additional Property | 3.1 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 56.0±0.1 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.361 |
| Additional Property | 139 g/L |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2920909090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2920909090 esters of other inorganic acids of non-metals (excluding esters of hydrogen halides) and their salts; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Dimethyl Carbonate?
The CAS number of Dimethyl Carbonate is 616-38-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Dimethyl Carbonate?
Dimethyl Carbonate has molecular formula C3H6O3 and molecular weight 90.078 g/mol.
Is Dimethyl Carbonate hazardous?
Dimethyl Carbonate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Dimethyl Carbonate?
For Dimethyl Carbonate, Upstream Products: Ethylene carbonate, Methanol, Urea; Downstream Products: 1-Methyl-1,2,4-triazole, 4-Methyl-4H-1,2,4-triazole, 3-Fluoroanisole.
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