API Process Intermediates & Related Compounds

DMDM Hydantoin

Name: DMDM Hydantoin
Brand: Zemixal
SKU: ZX-040376

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CAS number6440-58-0

FormulaC₇H₁₂N₂O₄

Molar mass188.18 g/mol

Physical formSolid

HS code2933

InChIKeyWSDISUOETYTPRL-UHFFFAOYSA-N

IUPAC name1,3-bis(hydroxymethyl)-5,5-dimethylimidazolidine-2,4-dione

About DMDM Hydantoin

Researchers and plant chemists source DMDM Hydantoin from Zemixal for routine and specialised work. Identity at a glance: CAS 6440-58-0, formula C7H12N2O4 and molar mass 188.18 g/mol. It is handled as a solid.

Typical applications

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development

Storage and safety notes

Hazard communication follows GHS (Danger: H302, H315, H317 and H319). Our SDS lists exposure controls and first-aid measures.

Order it in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs or ask for a bulk quotation. Every shipment includes a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section SDS. Request pricing online and we confirm availability, documentation and freight to your country.

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Typical uses

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development

Applications

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and QC Research Labs and Universities

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of DMDM Hydantoin
Product name	DMDM Hydantoin
Catalogue number	ZX-040376
CAS number	6440-58-0
IUPAC name	1,3-bis(hydroxymethyl)-5,5-dimethylimidazolidine-2,4-dione
Molecular formula	C₇H₁₂N₂O₄
Molar mass	188.18 g/mol
Exact mass	188.0797
Physical form	Solid
XLogP3	-0.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 4
Topological polar surface area	81.1 Å²
HS code	2933
InChIKey	WSDISUOETYTPRL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1(C(=O)N(C(=O)N1CO)CO)C
PubChem CID	22947
Synonyms	1,3-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-5,5-dimethylhydantoin, 1,3-Dimethylol-5,5-dimethylhydantoin, Dantoin-DMDMH, Glycoserve-DMDMH, Dantoin dmdmh 55, Dimethylol-5,5-dimethylhydantoin, Dmdmh 55, 2,4-Imidazolidinedione, 1,3-bis(hydroxymethyl)-5,5-dimethyl-, 1,3-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-5,5-dimethyl-2,4-imidazolidinedione, 1,3-Di(hydroxymethyl)-5,5-dimethylhydantoin, Hydantoin, 1,3-bis(hydroxymethyl)-5,5-dimethyl-, Dimethyloldimethyl hydantoin

Lot values are stated on the batch certificate of analysis. Ask for a typical COA with your quotation.

Safety and GHS hazards

Irritant or harmful

Health hazard

Signal word Danger

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H334May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled

Precautionary statements P233, P260, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P272, P280, P284, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P333 + P317, P337 + P317, P342 + P316, P362 + P364, P403, P501

Classification summarised from public GHS notifications. It can vary with grade and concentration, so always follow the SDS supplied with your lot.

Pack sizes

Pack sizes of DMDM Hydantoin
10 mg	Quoted on request
25 mg	Quoted on request
50 mg	Quoted on request
100 mg	Quoted on request

Need a different size? Bulk drums and custom packing are quoted on request through the quote form on this page.

Questions about DMDM Hydantoin

Which CAS number identifies DMDM Hydantoin?

DMDM Hydantoin is registered under CAS 6440-58-0. You may also see it listed as 1,3-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-5,5-dimethylhydantoin, 1,3-Dimethylol-5,5-dimethylhydantoin, Dantoin-DMDMH. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-040376.

What are the formula and molar mass of DMDM Hydantoin?

For DMDM Hydantoin, its formula is C7H12N2O4 and its molar mass is 188.18 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is 1,3-bis(hydroxymethyl)-5,5-dimethylimidazolidine-2,4-dione. InChIKey WSDISUOETYTPRL-UHFFFAOYSA-N lets you match it in any structure database.

How is DMDM Hydantoin used in pharmaceutical QC?

DMDM Hydantoin is a characterised reference material linked to Ascorbic acid. Laboratories use it to identify and quantify this impurity during method development and validation, stability work, batch release testing and regulatory submissions.

What grade and pack sizes are available for DMDM Hydantoin?

The grade and assay are confirmed on the quotation and the batch COA. Standard packs are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.

Which documents come with DMDM Hydantoin?

Each lot ships with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section GHS safety data sheet. A typical COA or specification sheet can be shared with the quotation before you order.

Can Zemixal ship DMDM Hydantoin to my country?

Yes. Because DMDM Hydantoin is classed as hazardous, it travels in UN-approved packaging as dangerous goods under IATA or IMDG rules, with the export paperwork your broker needs.

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