Description

2,5-Dimethyl-2,4-Hexadienedioic Acid is a versatile diacid derivative with a conjugated diene structure, making it a valuable intermediate in organic synthesis. Its primary commercial value lies in its utility as a building block for the preparation of specialty polymers, fine chemicals, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This compound is particularly relevant for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to introduce specific structural motifs into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), leveraging its reactive diacid and diene functionality.
• Polymer Chemistry: Used as a monomer or co-monomer in the production of specialty polyesters, polyamides, and other condensation polymers, imparting specific structural properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a building block for creating advanced crop protection agents, including herbicides and fungicides.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals where its conjugated system is beneficial.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions and material science applications.
• Cross-linking Agent: Potential use in creating cross-linked polymer networks for coatings, adhesives, or resins due to its multiple carboxylic acid groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Dimethyl-2,4-Hexadienedioic Acid
CAS No.	20514-41-4
Molecular Formula	C8H10O4
Molecular Weight	170.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Dimethylmuconic Acid; (2E,4E)-2,5-Dimethylhexa-2,4-dienedioic Acid; trans,trans-2,5-Dimethylmuconic Acid; Dimethylmuconic Acid; 2,5-Dimethyl-2,4-hexadiene-1,6-dioic Acid; 20514-41-4; Hexa-2,4-dienedioic acid, 2,5-dimethyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,5-Dimethyl-2,4-Hexadienedioic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee 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 controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as 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	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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