{"product_id":"dmso-dimethyl-sulfoxide","title":"DMSO (Dimethyl Sulfoxide)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDMSO (Dimethyl Sulfoxide) | Versatile Solvent for Advanced Formulations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover the versatility of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDMSO (Dimethyl Sulfoxide)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a highly polar, water-miscible organic solvent valued for its exceptional dissolving capabilities and specialized applications in cosmetic research, laboratory work, and advanced formulation development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnown for its ability to dissolve a wide range of organic and inorganic substances, DMSO offers formulators a unique tool for working with ingredients that may be difficult to incorporate into conventional solvent systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExceptional Solvent Properties:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A highly polar aprotic solvent capable of dissolving many compounds with varying chemical characteristics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater-Miscible:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Blends completely with water, providing flexibility in solvent-system development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecialized Formulation Versatility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Useful for laboratory research, ingredient solubility testing, and technical formulation development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePenetration-Enhancing Properties:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Known to increase the movement of certain substances across biological membranes, a characteristic requiring careful safety evaluation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow Volatility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Its relatively high boiling point makes DMSO useful in applications requiring a less volatile solvent.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulti-Purpose Ingredient:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Suitable for a variety of research, laboratory, and industrial formulation processes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCosmetic Ingredient Research\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsed in controlled laboratory settings to investigate ingredient solubility, compatibility, and formulation behavior.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSolvent \u0026amp; Co-Solvent Systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUseful for dissolving selected compounds that may exhibit limited solubility in water or other conventional solvents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eResearch \u0026amp; Development\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA widely studied solvent in chemical research, analytical testing, and experimental formulation development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecialized Technical Applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsed in laboratory processes and other industrial applications where its distinctive solvent characteristics are beneficial.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormulation Guidelines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDMSO requires special consideration due to its strong solvent activity and ability to enhance the absorption of certain substances through the skin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Use Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Application-dependent; no universal cosmetic usage percentage is recommended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSolubility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Completely miscible with water and compatible with many organic solvents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncorporation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e May be incorporated into appropriately designed solvent systems following compatibility and stability testing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Evaluate all ingredients, processing equipment, packaging materials, and potential contaminants before use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormulation Testing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Conduct appropriate stability, compatibility, toxicological, and regulatory assessments before incorporating DMSO into any finished product.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e DMSO can increase dermal absorption of other substances, including unwanted contaminants. It should not be incorporated into consumer-applied topical products without a qualified safety assessment of the complete formulation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINCI: \u003c\/strong\u003edimethyl sulfoxide\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCAS Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e67-68-5\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAppearance: \u003c\/strong\u003eAchromatic or yellowish Liquid\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolubility: \u003c\/strong\u003eCompletely miscible with water,\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ethanol and most common organic solvents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsage Rate: \u003c\/strong\u003eApplication-dependent; \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.5–10% for cosmetic applications, used as a co‑solvent and penetration enhancer. Higher loading increases potential skin irritation. Local regulatory compliance should be confirmed prior to formulation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIngredient Function: \u003c\/strong\u003eSolvent\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShelf Life \u0026amp; Storage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStore tightly sealed in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, protected from moisture, incompatible substances, and excessive heat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDMSO is hygroscopic, meaning it readily absorbs moisture from its surroundings. Keep containers closed when not in use and use packaging materials verified for chemical compatibility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold Weather Notice:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e DMSO may crystallize or solidify at temperatures below approximately 65°F (18.5°C). This is a normal physical characteristic of the ingredient and does not necessarily indicate a quality issue. Allow the sealed container to return gradually to a suitable temperature before use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShelf Life:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Refer to the manufacturer's recommended expiration or retest date and the product's batch documentation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSafety \u0026amp; Handling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor laboratory, research, and appropriate technical formulation use only.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDMSO is not intended for ingestion, injection, self-treatment, or direct application to the skin as supplied. Avoid contact with skin and eyes, use appropriate protective equipment, and follow the product's Safety Data Sheet (SDS).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause DMSO can enhance the absorption of other chemicals through the skin, special precautions are necessary when handling it alongside other substances.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis product is not marketed as a drug or for the diagnosis, treatment, cure, or prevention of any disease.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDocuments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5421\/2003\/files\/SDS_-_DMSO_Dimethyl_Sulfoxide.pdf?v=1794445210\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSDS\u003c\/a\u003e    \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5421\/2003\/files\/CoA_-_DMSO_Dimethyl_Sulfoxide.pdf?v=1794444935\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCoA-LOT: BN20260707\/RM \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bulk Naturals","offers":[{"title":"2oz","offer_id":68165568790778,"sku":null,"price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4oz","offer_id":68165568823546,"sku":null,"price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8oz","offer_id":68165568856314,"sku":null,"price":12.58,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16oz","offer_id":68165568889082,"sku":null,"price":22.88,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/5421\/2003\/files\/372B627D-0A01-4A65-883C-9B40C4AE71F1.jpg?v=1792185899","url":"https:\/\/www.bulknaturalswholesale.com\/products\/dmso-dimethyl-sulfoxide","provider":"Bulk Naturals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}