Dimethyl Sulfoxide
Industrial Applications
Dimethyl Sulfoxide (DMSO) is widely used in pharmaceutical, biochemical, and medical applications due to its exceptional solvency and ability to penetrate biological membranes. It serves as a solvent for chemical reactions involving salts and is commonly used as an extractant in biochemistry and cell biology. In pharmaceutical settings, Dimethyl Sulfoxide is used to enhance the delivery of active ingredients through the skin and other tissues. Its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties make it valuable in topical formulations for reducing pain and swelling.
Physical Properties
Dimethyl Sulfoxide (DMSO) is a colorless, odorless organosulfur compound known for its strong solvating ability. It dissolves a wide range of organic and inorganic substances, including many salts. Dimethyl Sulfoxide can easily penetrate biological membranes, contributing to its effectiveness in medical and pharmaceutical applications. It is a stable liquid under normal conditions and is miscible with water and many organic solvents.
Grade
- Injectable
- USP
- Ph.Eur
- Solvent
Other Names
- Methylsulfinylmethane
Abbreviations
- DMSO
Form
- Liquid
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