Description

Dimethyl Magnesium is a highly reactive organomagnesium compound, widely recognized as a powerful methylating agent and a versatile Grignard-type reagent in synthetic chemistry. Its primary value lies in its ability to efficiently transfer methyl groups and act as a strong base, enabling the synthesis of complex molecules and advanced materials. This compound is essential for research and development laboratories, as well as industrial-scale production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: A key reagent for the methylation of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and intermediates in drug discovery and production.
• Polymer Chemistry: Used as a catalyst or initiator in the polymerization of olefins and the production of specialized polymers and elastomers.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of complex organic compounds, including flavors, fragrances, and advanced intermediates.
• Agrochemical Production: Facilitates the synthesis of certain pesticides and herbicides through methylation reactions.
• Material Science: Acts as a precursor for depositing magnesium-containing thin films in chemical vapor deposition (CVD) processes.
• Laboratory Research: A fundamental tool in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic transformations and methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethyl Magnesium
CAS No.	2999-74-8
Molecular Formula	C2H6Mg
Molecular Weight	54.37 g/mol
Synonyms	Magnesium, dimethyl-; Magnesium dimethyl; Dimagnesium hexamethyl; Methylmagnesium (as dimer); (CH3)2Mg; Grignard reagent MeMg; Methylmagnesium base
EINECS	221-076-8

Quality Control

Our Dimethyl Magnesium is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by titration and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, concentration (typically supplied in solution), and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly hygroscopic and pyrophoric nature, this material must be stored under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from moisture, heat, and incompatible materials such as acids, alcohols, and oxidizing agents. For solutions, refer to the specific solvent's flammability and storage guidelines.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance (Solution)	Clear, colorless to slightly yellow liquid
Assay (by Titration)	≥ 1.0 M in specified solvent (e.g., diethyl ether, THF)
Purity (GC)	Contact for details
Moisture (Karl Fischer)	< 100 ppm

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