Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- Dimethylformamide
- Product Code
- D/3840/08, D/3840/15, D/3840/17, D/3840/21, D/3840/25, D/3840/27, D/3840/MC15, D/3840/PB15, D/3840/PB17
- Chemical Name
- Dimethylformamide
- Synonyms
- DMF
Regulatory Identifiers
- CAS Number
- 68-12-2 Check regulations →
- EC Number
- 200-679-5 Check regulations →
- REACH No.
- 01-2119475605-32
Identified Uses
Laboratory chemicals.
Uses advised against
No Information available
Manufacturers & Suppliers
Fisher Scientific UK
national supplier
Bishop Meadow Road, Loughborough, Leicestershire LE11 5RG, United Kingdom
01509 231166
Thermo Fisher Scientific
national supplier
Janssen Pharmaceuticalaan 3a, 2440 Geel, Belgium
Emergency Contacts
Emergency Contact
01509 231166
Chemtrec US
(800) 424-9300
Chemtrec EU
001-703-527-3887
Hazard Identification
GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements
Hazard Classifications
GHS Pictograms
GHS02
GHS07
GHS08
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
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Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimethylformamide EC: 200-679-5 | 68-12-2 | 95% | Yes |
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
Remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Symptoms: Difficulty in breathing.
Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Symptoms: May be harmful if absorbed through skin
Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes.
Symptoms: Irritating to eyes.
Do NOT induce vomiting.
Symptoms: Gastrointestinal discomfort
Immediate Medical Attention
Get medical attention. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur.
Medical Treatment
Treat symptomatically.
Firefighting Measures
Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection
Water spray, carbon dioxide (CO2), dry chemical, alcohol-resistant foam. Water mist may be used to cool closed containers.
Do not use water jetstream.
Flammable. Risk of ignition. Containers may explode when heated. Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back. Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapors.
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear.
Firefighter Protection
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear.
Accidental Release Measures
Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection
Ensure adequate ventilation. Use personal protective equipment as required. Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak. Evacuate personnel to safe areas.
Should not be released into the environment. See Section 12 for additional Ecological Information.
Soak up with inert absorbent material. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
Materials: inert absorbent material
Related Products
Similar products with comparable safety profiles
Handling and Storage
Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements
Use only under a chemical fume hood. Wear personal protective equipment/face protection. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Do not breathe mist/vapors/spray. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Use only non-sparking tools. Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Remove and wash contaminated clothing and gloves, including the inside, before re-use. Wash hands before breaks and after work.
Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Use only non-sparking tools.
Exposure Controls / PPE
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment
Use only under a chemical fume hood. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment. Wherever possible, engineering control measures such as the isolation or enclosure of the process, the introduction of process or equipment changes to minimise release or contact, and the use of properly designed ventilation systems, should be adopted to control hazardous materials at source
Protective gloves. Glove material: Butyl rubber (> 480 minutes, 0.5 mm, EN 374), Neoprene (< 100 minutes, 0.45 mm). As tested under EN374-3 Determination of Resistance to Permeation by Chemicals.
Goggles (European standard - EN 166)
When workers are facing concentrations above the exposure limit they must use appropriate certified respirators. To protect the wearer, respiratory protective equipment must be the correct fit and be used and maintained properly. Large scale/emergency use: Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 136 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced. Recommended Filter type: Type A Organic gases and vapours filter Brown conforming to EN14387. Small scale/Laboratory use: Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149:2001 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced. Recommended half mask:- Valve filtering: EN405; or; Half mask: EN140; plus filter, EN 141. When RPE is used a face piece Fit Test should be conducted
Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Prevent product from entering drains.
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Stability and Reactivity
Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials
Stable under normal conditions.
None known, based on information available
None under normal processing. Hazardous polymerization does not occur.
Incompatible products. Heat, flames and sparks. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition.
Strong oxidizing agents. Halogens. Halogenated compounds. Reducing Agent. . Alkali metals.
Carbon monoxide (CO). Carbon dioxide (CO₂). Nitrogen oxides (NOx).
Ecological Information
Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data
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Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes
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Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
- UN Number
- UN2265
- Shipping Name
- N,N-DIMETHYLFORMAMIDE
- Transport Class
- 3
- Packing Group
- III
Regulatory Information
Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What other names is Dimethylformamide known by?
Dimethylformamide is also known as: DMF
What is the hazard signal word for Dimethylformamide?
The signal word is danger.
What is the physical form of Dimethylformamide?
Dimethylformamide is a liquid appearing as colorless . It has rotten-egg like odor.
What is Dimethylformamide used for?
Laboratory chemicals.
What are the hazard statements for Dimethylformamide?
This substance has 4 hazard statements:
- H226: Flammable liquid and vapor
- H312 + H332: Harmful in contact with skin or if inhaled
- H319: Causes serious eye irritation
- H360D: May damage the unborn child
What is the melting point of Dimethylformamide?
The melting point is -61 °C / -77.8 °F and the boiling point is 153 °C / 307.4 °F.