Description

Dimethyl Ethylidenemalonate is a versatile and highly reactive malonate ester derivative, serving as a critical Michael acceptor and building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in enabling efficient carbon-carbon bond formation, facilitating the construction of complex molecular frameworks with high atom economy. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Key building block for the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and prodrugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific malonate-based structures.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers, coatings, and adhesives.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Intermediate for dyes, pigments, flavors, and fragrances.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in Michael addition reactions, cyclization processes, and as a precursor for other functionalized malonates.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in developing novel organic electronic materials and advanced functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethyl Ethylidenemalonate
CAS No.	17041-60-0
Molecular Formula	C7H10O4
Molecular Weight	158.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethyl 2-ethylidenemalonate; Ethylidenemalonic Acid Dimethyl Ester; Propenylidenedicarboxylic Acid Dimethyl Ester; 2-Ethylidenemalonic Acid Dimethyl Ester; (Ethylidene)propanedioic Acid Dimethyl Ester; Dimethyl (Ethylidene)malonate; Methyl (Ethylidene)malonate
EINECS	241-103-9

Quality Control

Our Dimethyl Ethylidenemalonate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC/HPLC, identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

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 heat sources, strong bases, and oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere to preserve optimal purity and reactivity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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