Description

2,3-Dimethylsuccinic Acid is a valuable dicarboxylic acid derivative characterized by two methyl groups on its succinic acid backbone. This structural feature makes it a versatile chiral building block and intermediate for synthesizing complex organic molecules, pharmaceuticals, and specialty polymers. It is essential for research and industrial chemists in fine chemical synthesis, pharmaceutical development, and advanced material science, where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug molecules.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for producing ligands, catalysts, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of polyesters, polyamides, and other specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development and synthesis of novel herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable standard and reagent in asymmetric synthesis and methodological studies in academic and industrial R&D labs.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for the synthesis of certain aroma chemicals and esters.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dimethylsuccinic Acid
CAS No.	13545-04-5
Molecular Formula	C6H10O4
Molecular Weight	146.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dimethylbutanedioic Acid; meso-2,3-Dimethylsuccinic Acid; (2R,3S)-2,3-Dimethylsuccinic Acid; (2S,3R)-2,3-Dimethylsuccinic Acid; 2,3-Dimethylsuccinate; DL-2,3-Dimethylsuccinic Acid; Butanedioic acid, 2,3-dimethyl-
EINECS	236-904-1

Quality Control

Our 2,3-Dimethylsuccinic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets high-grade specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your project requirements.

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 bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	158 - 162 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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