Description

Methyl 4-(4,4-Dimethyl-2,5-Dioxoimidazolidin-1-Yl)Butanoate is a high-purity synthetic intermediate featuring a hydantoin-derived moiety. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical and pharmaceutical industries for creating novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or metabolic disorders.
• Peptidomimetic Research: Used to incorporate the hydantoin scaffold into peptide analogs to modulate biological activity and stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for developing new herbicides or fungicides with specific modes of action.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with unique thermal or mechanical properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme function and protein interactions.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for client-specific synthetic routes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-(4,4-Dimethyl-2,5-Dioxoimidazolidin-1-Yl)Butanoate
CAS No.	1096823-66-3
Molecular Formula	C10H16N2O4
Molecular Weight	228.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-(4,4-dimethyl-2,5-dioxoimidazolidin-1-yl)butanoate; 1-(3-Methoxycarbonylpropyl)-5,5-dimethylhydantoin; 5,5-Dimethyl-1-(3-methoxycarbonylpropyl)hydantoin; 4-(4,4-Dimethyl-2,5-dioxoimidazolidin-1-yl)butyric acid methyl ester; Butanoic acid, 4-(4,4-dimethyl-2,5-dioxo-1-imidazolidinyl)-, methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-(4,4-Dimethyl-2,5-Dioxoimidazolidin-1-Yl)Butanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The product may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.