About

Dimethylformamide (DMF) is a versatile, clear, colorless, and hygroscopic polar aprotic solvent widely used in industrial and laboratory settings.

DMF's main use is as a solvent in various processes:¹¹

• Polymer Production: Used for dissolving and processing synthetic fibers, such as acrylic fibers and polyurethanes (e.g., in synthetic leather).

• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a reaction medium and solvent, particularly for reactions that follow polar mechanisms like 

• Pharmaceuticals: Used as a solvent in the synthesis and purification of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs).

• Other Applications: Employed in the manufacture of adhesives, films, coatings, and in petrochemical processes for the purification of gases.