Dimethyl adipate (DMA) is a colorless and flammable liquid. It is soluble in alcohol and
ether, but sparingly soluble in water. It reacts with acids, alkalis, and strong oxidants.
Dimethyl adipate is synthesized by the esterifi cation of adipic acid. Dimethyl adipate is
part of a dibasic ester (DBE) blend used as a major ingredient in several paint strippers;
the DBE blends used in paint stripping formulations contain a major portion (about 90%)
of DMA. Dimethyl adipate is used as a chemical in
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