Description

3-Dimethoxysuccinate is a versatile diester compound with significant utility as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, which provides two reactive ester groups for constructing complex molecular frameworks with high selectivity. This chemical is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of chiral drugs, prodrugs, and complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the formulation of specialty polymers, coatings, and adhesives to enhance properties.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Chemical Research (R&D): A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis, including asymmetric catalysis and green chemistry applications.
• Electrolyte Additive: Investigated for use in advanced battery systems to improve electrolyte stability and performance.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Dimethoxysuccinate
CAS No.	27957-93-3
Molecular Formula	C6H10O6
Molecular Weight	178.14 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethyl 2,3-Dimethoxysuccinate; 2,3-Dimethoxysuccinic Acid Dimethyl Ester; Succinic Acid, 2,3-Dimethoxy-, Dimethyl Ester; Dimethyl 2,3-Dimethoxybutanedioate; (2R,3R)-(-)-2,3-Dimethoxysuccinic Acid Dimethyl Ester; (2S,3S)-(+)-2,3-Dimethoxysuccinic Acid Dimethyl Ester; meso-2,3-Dimethoxysuccinic Acid Dimethyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Dimethoxysuccinate is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We offer various grades, including standard and high-purity, tailored to your synthesis requirements. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, enantiomeric excess (where applicable), and impurity profiles. Our quality systems support compliance with cGMP and ISO standards for industrial and research applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact us for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation (for chiral grades)	Contact for details

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