Description

Mono-Methyl Glutarate is a high-purity diester derivative of glutaric acid, serving as a versatile and valuable chemical intermediate. Its significance lies in its bifunctional reactivity, offering both ester and carboxylic acid groups for synthesis. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop advanced materials and active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a glutaric acid backbone.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Used in the production of specialty polyesters, alkyd resins, and plasticizers to enhance flexibility, adhesion, and durability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, contributing to efficient crop protection solutions.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in laboratory and industrial-scale organic reactions, including esterifications and condensations, to introduce specific functional groups.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Acts as an intermediate in the creation of complex esters used to formulate specific aroma and flavor profiles.
• Crosslinking Agent: Utilized in coatings, adhesives, and sealants to improve thermal stability and chemical resistance through crosslinking reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Mono-Methyl Glutarate
CAS No.	1501-27-5
Molecular Formula	C7H12O4
Molecular Weight	160.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Monomethyl glutarate; Methyl hydrogen glutarate; Glutaric acid monomethyl ester; 5-Methoxy-5-oxopentanoic acid; Methyl 4-carboxybutanoate; 1-Methyl glutarate; Hydrogen methyl glutarate
EINECS	216-099-9

Quality Control

Our Mono-Methyl Glutarate is manufactured under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling, to meet exacting customer requirements. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.