Armid DM 10

Product Details

CasNo： 14433-76-2

MF： C12H25NO

Appearance： liquid

Delivery Time： 15 days

Packing： 200kg/drum

Purity： 99%

1. Basic Information

Armid DM 10 is a high-efficiency non-aromatic environmental solvent, with its chemical essence being N,N-dimethylcapramide (a type of C10 amide compound). As a representative of new amide-based green solvents, it is developed to address the environmental and safety drawbacks of traditional polar solvents such as N,N-dimethylformamide (DMF) and N,N-dimethylacetamide (DMA). Its molecular structure balances moderate polarity and environmental compatibility, enabling it to dissolve active ingredients while meeting strict eco-friendly standards. It has been widely recognized in industries demanding high environmental performance, such as pesticide formulation, and is positioned as a core substitute for traditional toxic solvents.

2. Core Performance

2.1 Excellent Solubility and Compatibility

• Targeted Dissolution of Active Ingredients: It exhibits strong solvency for moderately polar active components commonly used in pesticides, including fipronil, tebuconazole, and phenmedipham . Its dissolution capacity is comparable to that of traditional solvents like NMP, effectively ensuring the stability of pesticide formulations.
• Broad Compatibility: It has moderate solubility in water and can be miscible with most organic solvents (such as propylene glycol, alkylated vegetable oils, and mineral oils) in any proportion . This eliminates issues like stratification or precipitation when compounded with surfactants, adjuvants, or other solvents, ensuring the integrity of formulation systems.

2.2 Outstanding Environmental and Safety Properties

• High Biodegradability: As a green solvent, it can be efficiently decomposed by microorganisms in the natural environment, avoiding persistent pollution to soil and water bodies. This aligns with the requirements of modern ecological agriculture for low-residue auxiliaries .
• Low Toxicity and Low Volatility: Compared with traditional solvents like DMF and methylene chloride, it has significantly lower toxicity and no reproductive toxicity or mutagenicity . Its low vapor pressure classifies it as a low-VOC (volatile organic compound) substance, reducing health risks to operators and environmental pollution from volatilization .
• Safety in Storage and Use: With a flash point exceeding 100°C, it is non-flammable under normal storage and use conditions, minimizing fire hazards. It is also non-corrosive, ensuring compatibility with common packaging materials such as HDPE (high-density polyethylene) .

2.3 Stable Performance Across Temperature Ranges

• Excellent Low-Temperature Fluidity: It has a pour point of -5°C and a melting point of -8°C, maintaining good fluidity even in low-temperature environments (such as early spring or high-altitude regions). This avoids problems like solidification or increased viscosity that hinder formulation preparation and spraying .
• Heat Stability: It has stable chemical properties at high temperatures, without decomposition or performance degradation during processes such as emulsion preparation or field high-temperature spraying. This ensures consistent efficacy of pesticide formulations across different climatic conditions.

2.4 Versatile Formulation Adaptability

• Direct Solvent Substitution: It can directly replace DMA in the preparation of emulsifiable concentrates (EC), achieving seamless upgrading of traditional formulations to environmentally friendly versions without modifying existing production processes .
• Multi-Formulation Compatibility: Beyond EC, it is also suitable for water-emulsions (EW), microemulsions, and other pesticide formulations. In these systems, it not only acts as a solvent but also assists in improving emulsion stability and enhancing the penetration of active ingredients into target organisms .

3. Technical Indicators

4. Application Scenarios

4.1 Pesticide Formulation Industry

• Eco-Friendly Emulsifiable Concentrate (EC) Production: Used in the formulation of insecticides (e.g., fipronil EC), fungicides (e.g., tebuconazole EC), and herbicides (e.g., phenmedipham EC), replacing toxic solvents like DMA to meet national pesticide eco-label standards .
• Microemulsion and Water-Emulsion Preparation: As a co-solvent in microemulsions containing pyraclostrobin and epoxiconazole, it improves the solubility of active ingredients and reduces the particle size of the emulsion, enhancing efficacy .

4.2 Fine Chemical and Pharmaceutical Fields

• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a reaction medium in the synthesis of complex organic compounds, replacing DMF to reduce toxic by-products .
• Pharmaceutical Formulation Auxiliary: Used in drug delivery systems to improve the solubility and stability of poorly soluble drugs, with low biological toxicity ensuring drug safety .

4.3 Industrial Cleaning and Coating Sectors

• Low-Toxicity Cleaning Agent: Formulated into industrial cleaners for paint stripping, resin removal, and metal surface degreasing, replacing methylene chloride and acetone to protect operator health .
• Coating and Ink Solvent: Applied in water-based coatings and environmentally friendly inks to adjust viscosity and improve film-forming performance, reducing VOC emissions during drying .

5. Usage Methods and Precautions

5.1 Usage Methods

• Solvent Substitution: When replacing DMA or DMF in pesticide formulations, use it in equal volumes or adjust the dosage slightly (±5%) based on the solubility of the active ingredient. For example, add 15-20% Armid DM 10 by weight in 25% tebuconazole EC formulation.
• Formulation Preparation: Add it to the reaction kettle first, then slowly add the active ingredient while stirring at 300-500 rpm until fully dissolved. Subsequently, add surfactants and other auxiliaries and continue stirring for 20-30 minutes to obtain a uniform formulation.
• Field Tank Mixing: For on-site formulation adjustment, mix it with the pesticide concentrate at a ratio of 1:10 (Armid DM 10:pesticide) before diluting with water to spray, which can enhance the spreading and penetration of the 药液.

5.2 Precautions

1. Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated warehouse, avoiding direct sunlight and high temperatures (storage temperature recommended: 5-35°C). Keep away from oxidizing agents and strong acids to prevent chemical reactions.
2. Packaging Handling: The packaging should be sealed immediately after opening to prevent moisture absorption or contamination. Empty containers should be rinsed with water before disposal and cannot be used for storing food or other items.
3. Personal Protection: Wear chemical-resistant gloves and goggles during operation. If it comes into contact with skin, rinse thoroughly with soapy water; if it enters the eyes, rinse with plenty of water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention promptly.
4. Compatibility Test: Before using it with new active ingredients or auxiliaries (especially ionic surfactants), conduct a small-scale compatibility test (100ml system) to check for turbidity, precipitation, or layering.
5. Regulatory Compliance: Comply with local environmental protection regulations during use and waste disposal. The product meets EPA regulation 40CFR related standards for safer chemical ingredients .

6. Market Value and Competitive Advantages

6.1 Policy Compliance Advantage

With the tightening of global environmental regulations (such as the EU REACH regulation restricting DMF use ), Armid DM 10 helps pesticide manufacturers quickly meet toxic solvent limit requirements, avoiding market access barriers for products. It is a key auxiliary for enterprises to achieve "green transformation" of formulations.

6.2 Cost-Effectiveness

Although its unit price is slightly higher than that of traditional solvents, its high solubility reduces the required dosage (10-20% of formulation weight). Additionally, it eliminates the need for equipment modification during substitution, resulting in lower overall formulation costs compared to other green solvent systems (such as binary solvent combinations ).

6.3 Market Demand Potential

As industries such as agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and coatings increasingly prioritize environmental protection, the demand for non-toxic, biodegradable solvents is growing. Armid DM 10, with its multi-field applicability, can meet the needs of both pesticide enterprises and fine chemical manufacturers, having a broad market coverage and growth space.

6.4 Sustainable Development Value

By replacing high-toxicity and non-biodegradable solvents, it reduces the environmental footprint of the entire industrial chain from production to use. It helps downstream enterprises establish "eco-friendly" brand images, in line with the global trend of sustainable development and creating long-term social value.