(GCC) is the world's leading
provider of Dimethyl Sulfoxide
(DMSO) solutions. Beginning in
the early 1960's ,GCC has been
dedicated to the development of
new uses for DMSO. In order to
meet customer-specific needs,
GCC has pioneered the devel-
opment of multiple grades of
DMSO, including DMSO USP.
solutions-based approach has
contributed to the development
and growth of industries includ-
ing pharmaceuticals, hydro-
carbons, electronics, polymers,
coatings, agricultural chemicals,
and industrial cleaners.
headquarters are located in
Slidell, Louisiana with
manufacturing, research, and
development facilities in nearby
Bogalusa, Louisiana. GCC
remains the only producer of
DMSO in the Western
Hemisphere.
Introduction
essentially odorless, and has a low level of toxicity. DMSO is a dipolar aprotic
solvent, and has a relatively high boiling point.
This bulletin is a compilation of Physical Properties data for this useful solvent.
Vapor Pressure
DMSO Viscosity as a Function of Temperature (page 5)
Initial Sorption Rates of DMSO at Various Relative Humidities (page 5)
Hygroscopicities of DMSO at Various Relative Humidities (page 5)
Freezing Temperatures for DMSO-Solvent mixtures (page 6)
Freezing Point Data for DMSO-Water Solutions (page 6)
Vapor-Liquid Equilibrium for DMSO-Water Solutions (pages 7-8)
Heat Capacity and Density of DMSO (page 8)
Boiling Point / Temperature Curves: DMSO-Water Solutions (page 9)
Heat of Mixing, DMSO-Water mixtures, 32
Viscosity of DMSO-Water Solutions (page 10)
Chemical and Thermal Stability of DMSO (pages 10-14)
Comparative Viscosities and Evaporation Times of Common Solvents (page 15)