L.L.C. (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.
Gaylord Chemical's solutions-
based approach has contributed
to the development and growth
of industries including
pharmaceuticals, hydrocarbons,
electronics, polymers, coatings,
agricultural chemicals, and
industrial cleaners.
Gaylord Chemical's
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
Dimethyl sulfide (DMS) Is a low molecular weight, organosulfur
compound that is produced industrially, while also being commonly
found in nature. In fact, oceanic dimethyl sulfide is the dominant
natural source for sulfur in the atmosphere (Bates et al., 1992;
Gondwe et al., 2003). The low toxicity level is this compound is
further exemplified by its inclusion in the US Food Chemical Codex,
and as a synthetic flavoring substance and adjuvant (CFR 21
§172.515) in the United States.
Gaylord Chemical Company, L.L.C. is unique in that it is the only
manufacturer that uses biorenewable resources to produce dimethyl
sulfide.
Contents:
Physical Properties (page 2)
Chemical Properties (page 4)
Vapor pressure data (page 7)
Industrial Applications for Dimethyl Sulfide (page 8)
Storage and Handling (page 10)