N,N-Dimethylacetamide, C4H9NO (DMA, DMAc)
N,N-Dimethylacetamide (C4H9NO, DMA, DMAc) is a colorless, high boiling point, polar aprotic solvent with a faint amine-like odor. It is widely used in organic synthesis and industrial applications due to its ability to dissolve a wide range of polymers and resins. DMAc is commonly employed in the production of acrylic fibers, plastics, films, coatings, and in the spinning of polyurethane-based fibers. It is miscible with water and most organic solvents, making it a versatile solvent in chemical reactions and processes.
Chemical formula
CH3CON(CH3)2
Other names
- N,N-Dimethylacetamide
- Dimethylacetamide
- DMAc
- Acetic acid dimethylamide
- Acetamide, N,N-dimethyl-
- Dimethylacetamide
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