Description

Diethyl Ethylhexyl Malonate is a versatile diester compound widely used as a key intermediate in organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, which allows it to participate in various condensation and alkylation reactions to build more complex molecules. This chemical is particularly important for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable building blocks for active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring specific branched alkyl chains.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the ethylhexyl group imparts desired lipophilicity and activity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a starting material or reactant in malonic ester synthesis, Knoevenagel condensations, and Michael addition reactions.
• Specialty Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of flavors, fragrances, polymers, and plasticizers where its ester functionality is utilized.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in R&D laboratories for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel molecular structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diethyl Ethylhexyl Malonate
CAS No.	24306-19-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₂₈O₄
Molecular Weight	272.38 g/mol
Synonyms	Diethyl 2-(2-ethylhexyl)malonate; Ethylhexyl Malonic Acid Diethyl Ester; Diethyl (2-ethylhexyl)malonate; Malonic Acid, (2-Ethylhexyl)-, Diethyl Ester; Propanedioic Acid, (2-Ethylhexyl)-, 1,3-Diethyl Ester; 2-(2-Ethylhexyl)malonic Acid Diethyl Ester; 1,3-Diethyl 2-(2-ethylhexyl)propanedioate
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Quality Control

Our Diethyl Ethylhexyl Malonate is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, identity by IR/NMR, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for use as a pharmaceutical and agrochemical intermediate.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.435 - 1.445
Density (20°C)	0.950 - 0.970 g/mL

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