Description

Dihydro-4,4-Dimethyl-2,3-Furandione is a versatile lactone derivative and a key chemical intermediate. This compound is valued for its reactive carbonyl and cyclic ester functionalities, enabling its use in the synthesis of more complex molecules. It serves as a crucial building block for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with heterocyclic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in organic synthesis for creating complex molecules used in flavors, fragrances, and advanced materials.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer precursor for specialty polymers and resins with tailored properties.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Serves as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed and other metal-mediated coupling reactions to form carbon-carbon bonds.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and exploring new synthetic pathways in chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dihydro-4,4-Dimethyl-2,3-Furandione
CAS No.	13031-04-4
Molecular Formula	C6H8O3
Molecular Weight	128.13 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4-Dimethyl-4,5-dihydrofuran-2,3-dione; 4,4-Dimethyl-2,3-furandione, dihydro-; 4,4-Dimethyl-dihydro-2,3-furandione; 2,3-Furandione, dihydro-4,4-dimethyl-; 4,4-Dimethyl-2-oxotetrahydrofuran-3-one; 3-Oxo-4,4-dimethyltetrahydrofuran-2-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Dihydro-4,4-Dimethyl-2,3-Furandione is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics, supporting compliance with cGMP and other relevant industry standards for intermediates.

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 bases, strong oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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