Molekula
4-Dimethylaminopyridine (DMAP)
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4-Dimethylaminopyridine (DMAP) is a versatile organic base and nucleophilic catalyst widely used in organic synthesis, particularly in acylation and silylation reactions, as well as in pharmaceutical and polymer chemistry. It is a white to off-white crystalline solid with strong catalytic properties. This chemical has a CAS number of 1122-58-3, a molecular formula of C7H10N2, and a molecular weight of 122.17 g/mol. It is stored at ambient conditions but requires careful handling due to its hazardous nature, indicated by the signal word "Danger." Molekula supplies 4-Dimethylaminopyridine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off white crystalline powder |
| Water | ≤0.5% |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Assay | ≥99.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 124 °C |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Base |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Vapour Pressure | 1 mmHg |
Source: PubChem CID 14284 (Haz-Map)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 32942968 |
| CAS Number | 1122-58-3 |
| IUPAC Name | N,N-dimethylpyridin-4-amine |
| EC Number | 214-353-5 |
| Molecular Formula | C7H10N2 |
| Molecular Weight | 122.17 |
| Exact Mass | 122.0844 |
| SMILES | CN(C)C1=CC=NC=C1 |
| InChIKey | VHYFNPMBLIVWCW-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C7H10N2/c1-9(2)7-3-5-8-6-4-7/h3-6H,1-2H3 |
| PubChem CID | 14284 |
| UN Number | UN2811 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2933.39.9200 |
| Tariff Code | 2933399999 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Toxic
GHS06
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H301 + H331 Toxic if swallowed or inhaled
- H310 Fatal in contact with skin
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H370 Causes damage to organs
- H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P304+312 IF INHALED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
Synonyms
- 4-Dimethylaminopyridine
- 4-DMAP
- 4-Pyridinamine, N,N-dimethyl-
- dmap
- N-(4-Pyridyl)dimethylamine
- N,N-Dimethyl-4-aminopyridine
- N,N-DIMETHYL-4-PYRIDINAMINE
- N,N-Dimethylpyridin-4-amine
- p-Dimethylaminopyridine
- Pyridine, 4-(dimethylamino)-
Frequently asked questions
What is 4-Dimethylaminopyridine (DMAP) commonly used for?
DMAP is widely used as a nucleophilic catalyst in organic synthesis, particularly in acylation reactions (e.g., Steglich esterification), and as a base in various chemical transformations.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of DMAP?
The chemical formula is **C₇H₁₀N₂**, and the molecular weight is **122.17 g/mol**.
How should DMAP be stored?
Store DMAP at **ambient temperature** in a tightly sealed container, away from moisture and incompatible substances.
What grades of DMAP does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies DMAP in **reagent-grade purity** (typically ≥98% HPLC). Bulk and custom specifications may be available upon request.
Can Molekula supply DMAP in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply DMAP in **bulk quantities** (minimum order quantities vary; contact us for details).
What documentation comes with a DMAP order?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a packing list. Additional documentation (e.g., batch-specific reports) may be provided upon request.
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