Dm Dm Hydantoin (1,3-Bis(Hydroxymethyl)-5,5-Dimethylimidazolidine)

Application

This chemical is used as a preservative and its most common skin exposure is with cosmetics and shampoos. This is a formaldehyde-releasing agent and may cross reaction in formaldehyde sensitive individuals. Other applications include uses in Adhesives, Antiarrhythmic agents, Anticonvulsive agents, Color photography, Copy Paper, Cutting oils, Floor waxes, Herbicides, Inks, Latex paints, and Polymers.

Sales Specification

Appearance: Clear Colorless, Free from Foreign Material
Odor: Matches with Standard
Color(APHA) Max: 10.0
Total Formaldehyde: 17.0 – 19.0
Free Formaldehyde: 0 – 1.0
Water Content(Karl Fisher)%: 44.0 – 46.0
pH as is@27- 0.2ºC: 6.5 – 7.5
DMDMH Content: 54% Min

Packing

In 551.15 LB drum, 4 drums per pallet
In 2204.60 LB tote