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Dimethyl Sulfoxide

CAS Number: 67‑68‑5

Synonyms: Dimethyl sulfoxide; DMSO; Methyl sulfoxide; (Methanesulfinyl)methane

Chemical Formula :C₂H₆OS

Product Introduction

DMSO is a colorless, odorless (if pure) hygroscopic solvent with high polarity and exceptional solvency. Known as the “universal solvent,” it penetrates biological membranes and is used in drug delivery and cell cryopreservation.

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Physical & Chemical Properties

Property	Value
Appearance	Colorless, hygroscopic liquid
Melting Point	18.4 °C
Boiling Point	189 °C
Density @ 20 °C	1.100 g/cm³
Vapor Pressure @ 20 °C	0.42 mm Hg
Refractive Index (n₂₀ᴅ)	~1.479
Dipole Moment	~3.96–4.1 D
Solubility	Miscible with water, organics
Molecular Weight	78.13 g/mol

Applications

Universal solvent for polar and nonpolar compounds in pharmaceuticals, polymers, and reagents.
Cryopreservation of cells and tissues.
Reagent in sulfide oxidations and biological studies.
Medical uses in topical medications and transdermal delivery.