Description

3-Methyl-1H-Pyrrole-2,5-Dicarboxylic Acid Diethyl Ester is a high-purity pyrrole derivative, a versatile heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its functionalized pyrrole core, which serves as a critical precursor for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and materials research. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those containing pyrrole or porphyrin-like structures with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, where the pyrrole moiety can contribute to specific modes of action.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a precursor for conjugated polymers and small molecules used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and organic photovoltaics (OPVs).
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Synthesis: The dicarboxylic ester groups can be hydrolyzed to acids for use as chelating ligands in metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or catalysts.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a building block for the synthesis of advanced colorants and functional dyes.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and the construction of complex heterocyclic libraries in academic and CRO settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methyl-1H-Pyrrole-2,5-Dicarboxylic Acid Diethyl Ester
CAS No.	29170-87-4
Molecular Formula	C11H15NO4
Molecular Weight	225.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Diethyl 3-Methyl-1H-pyrrole-2,5-dicarboxylate; 3-Methylpyrrole-2,5-dicarboxylic Acid Diethyl Ester; 1H-Pyrrole-2,5-dicarboxylic acid, 3-methyl-, diethyl ester; Ethyl 3-methyl-1H-pyrrole-2,5-dicarboxylate; 2,5-Di(ethoxycarbonyl)-3-methylpyrrole; 3-Methyl-2,5-bis(ethoxycarbonyl)pyrrole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Methyl-1H-Pyrrole-2,5-Dicarboxylic Acid Diethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity (typically ≥97% by HPLC), physical characteristics, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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