Description

Dimethyl 1,3-Acetonedicarboxylate is a versatile diester compound, widely recognized as a key building block in organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to act as a precursor for heterocyclic compounds and complex molecular frameworks through condensation and cyclization reactions. This chemical is essential for R&D chemists and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop active ingredients and advanced intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of various heterocyclic compounds, including pyrimidines, pyridines, and fused ring systems used in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the manufacturing of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents that require specific heterocyclic cores.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a versatile reagent for constructing complex molecules in dyes, pigments, and specialty polymers.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Used as a model compound and starting material in methodological development for new organic reactions and catalysis studies.
• Chemical Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in Knoevenagel condensations and Michael addition reactions to introduce functionalized acetonedicarboxylate units.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethyl 1,3-Acetonedicarboxylate
CAS No.	1830-54-2
Molecular Formula	C7H10O5
Molecular Weight	174.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethyl Acetonedicarboxylate; Dimethyl 3-Oxoglutarate; 3-Oxopentanedioic Acid Dimethyl Ester; Acetonedicarboxylic Acid Dimethyl Ester; 1,3-Acetonedicarboxylic Acid Dimethyl Ester; Dimethyl 3-Oxopentanedioate; DMAD; Methyl 3-Oxoglutarate
EINECS	217-398-2

Quality Control

Our Dimethyl 1,3-Acetonedicarboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for synthesis applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, 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 (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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