DMDM hydantoin is an organic compound belonging a class of compounds known as hydantoins. As a preservative, it is used in many cosmetic and personal care products such as shampoos and hair products.
MedKoo Cat#: 150088
Name: DMDM Hydantoin
CAS#: 6440-58-0
Chemical Formula: C7H12N2O4
Exact Mass: 188.0800
Molecular Weight: 188.18
Elemental Analysis: C, 44.68; H, 6.43; N, 14.89; O, 34.01
The following data is based on the product molecular weight 188.18 Batch specific molecular weights may vary from batch to batch due to the degree of hydration, which will affect the solvent volumes required to prepare stock solutions.
| Concentration / Solvent Volume / Mass | 1 mg | 5 mg | 10 mg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 mM | 1.15 mL | 5.76 mL | 11.51 mL |
| 5 mM | 0.23 mL | 1.15 mL | 2.3 mL |
| 10 mM | 0.12 mL | 0.58 mL | 1.15 mL |
| 50 mM | 0.02 mL | 0.12 mL | 0.23 mL |
