Decyl methyl sulfoxide

Decyl methyl sulfoxide is an amphiphilic compound used as a polar aprotic solvent and surface-active agent, particularly valued for its ability to dissolve both hydrophilic and hydrophobic substances. It is also explored in drug delivery systems, cosmetic formulations, and as an intermediate in the synthesis of other organic compounds due to its chemical stability and solubilizing properties. The directory classifies it as a unknown/inactive API with a synthetic source/manufacturing origin. Other names for this substance include Decylmethyl sulfoxide and n-Decylmethylsulfoxide. Its PubChem CID is 65111.

CAS No 3079-28-5
Molecular Formula C11H24OS
Molecular Weight 204.37 g/mol
Synonyms 1-methylsulfinyldecane

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