Results for tag: "Dimethyl Sulfoxide"

Dimethyl Sulfoxide (DMSO) is a chemical compound used in a variety of industrial and medical applications. It is a colorless, odorless, and slightly oily liquid that is miscible with water and most organic solvents. In the chemical industry, DMSO is used as a solvent for a wide range of organic compounds, as well as a reaction medium for chemical synthesis. In the medical field, it is used as a topical analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and anti-fungal agent. It is also used in the treatment of interstitial cystitis, a chronic bladder condition. In the pharmaceutical industry, DMSO is used as a cryoprotectant, a substance that helps protect cells from damage caused by freezing. It is also used as a vehicle for drug delivery, as it can penetrate the skin and carry drugs into the body. The DMSO market is highly competitive, with a number of large and small companies operating in the space. Some of the major players in the market include Dow Chemical, BASF, Eastman Chemical, Solvay, and Sigma-Aldrich. Show Less Read more