N,N-Dimethylformamide

Also known as: DMF, DMFA, Dimethylformamide, N,N-Dimethylformamide, Formyldimethylamine, N,N-Dimethylformamid

N,N-Dimethylformamide (CAS 68-12-2) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H7NO and a molecular weight of 73.09380 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -61 °C, a boiling point of 153 °C(lit.), a density of 0.948 g/mL at 20 °C and a flash point of 57.8 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour, H312 — Harmful in contact with skin and H332 — Harmful if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.

CAS No.: 68-12-2
Jingsj CID: J-3044-1
Molecular Formula: C₃H₇NO
Molecular Weight: 73.09380 g/mol
Category: Solvents
Last updated: 11/2/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	-61 °C
Boiling Point	153 °C(lit.)
Density	0.948 g/mL at 20 °C
Flash Point	57.8 °C
Exact Mass	73.05280
PSA	20.31000
LogP	0.34030
Additional Property	2.5 (vs air)
Refractive Index	n20/D 1.430(lit.)
Additional Property	soluble

GHS Safety & Compliance

Flammable / Irritant / Health HazardSignal word: Danger

H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
H332 — Harmful if inhaled
H319 — Causes serious eye irritation

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information	[1]. Porras SP, et al. Capillary electrophoresis in N,N-dimethylformamide. Electrophoresis. 2005;26(17):3279-3291. [2]. Varma RK, et al. Solvent artifacts likely to be induced by dimethylformamide. Indian J Physiol Pharmacol. 1986;30(3):248-254. [3]. Mráz J, et al. Investigation of the mechanistic basis of N,N-dimethylformamide toxicity. Metabolism of N,N-dimethylformamide and its deuterated isotopomers by cytochrome P450 2E1. Chem Res Toxicol. 1993;6(2):197-207.

Additional Information

[1]. Porras SP, et al. Capillary electrophoresis in N,N-dimethylformamide. Electrophoresis. 2005;26(17):3279-3291. [2]. Varma RK, et al. Solvent artifacts likely to be induced by dimethylformamide. Indian J Physiol Pharmacol. 1986;30(3):248-254. [3]. Mráz J, et al. Investigation of the mechanistic basis of N,N-dimethylformamide toxicity. Metabolism of N,N-dimethylformamide and its deuterated isotopomers by cytochrome P450 2E1. Chem Res Toxicol. 1993;6(2):197-207.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2924191000

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of N,N-Dimethylformamide?

The CAS number of N,N-Dimethylformamide is 68-12-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of N,N-Dimethylformamide?

N,N-Dimethylformamide has molecular formula C3H7NO and molecular weight 73.09380 g/mol.

Is N,N-Dimethylformamide hazardous?

N,N-Dimethylformamide has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin; H332 — Harmful if inhaled.

What are the upstream and downstream products of N,N-Dimethylformamide?

For N,N-Dimethylformamide, Upstream Products: Dimethylamine, Carbon dioxide, Formic Acid; Downstream Products: 3-Bromo-5-chloropyridine-4-carbaldehyde, 1-Benzyl-1H-imidazole-2-carbaldehyde, Furo[3,2-c]pyridine-2-carbaldehyde.

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Last updated: 11/2/2026

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