Description

2,4-Dimethylglutaric Acid is a versatile dicarboxylic acid derivative with a branched aliphatic structure, serving as a critical chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to introduce specific steric and functional characteristics into target molecules, enabling the production of high-value fine chemicals and pharmaceuticals. This compound is essential for research and manufacturing chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries who require precise molecular frameworks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material or chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its dimethyl-substituted chain modifies biological activity.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or chain modifier in the synthesis of polyesters, polyamides, and other specialty polymers, influencing thermal and mechanical properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chelating ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal complexation.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in research-scale and industrial organic synthesis for constructing complex molecules via reactions at its carboxylic acid groups.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing specific ester compounds used in fragrance compositions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dimethylglutaric Acid
CAS No.	2121-67-7
Molecular Formula	C7H12O4
Molecular Weight	160.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dimethylpentanedioic acid; DL-2,4-Dimethylglutaric acid; (±)-2,4-Dimethylglutaric acid; 2,4-Dimethylpentane-1,5-dioic acid; Glutaric acid, 2,4-dimethyl-; NSC 66400
EINECS	218-324-7

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dimethylglutaric Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments, detailing key parameters such as assay, chiral purity (if applicable), and residual solvents. Our quality commitment supports applications in GMP and research environments.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture which can affect quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	110 - 115 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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