Polyoxymethylene dimethyl ethers


Polyoxymethylene dimethyl ethers are a class of chemical compounds with the molecular formula H3COnCH3 where n is typically about 3 to 8.
PODE can be produced from methylal and formaldehyde or a formaldehyde equivalent such as paraformaldehyde or trioxane.
PODE is used as a diesel fuel additive and as a solvent.