Dimethyl Sulphate

The major use of dimethyl sulfate is as an alkylating agent.

It is used in the manufacture of dyes, pharmaceuticals, and perfumes and in the extraction of aromatic hydrocarbons as a solvent.

Dimethyl sulfate is used primarily as a methylating agent to convert compounds such as phenols, amines, and thiols to the corresponding methyl derivatives.

Compared to other methylating agents, dimethyl sulfate is preferred by the industry because of its low cost and high reactivity. 

It is a versatile chemical used to produce household and commercial chemicals in variety of process.