Description

Dimethyl 2,3-Dichlorosuccinate is a versatile diester compound that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the reactive dichlorosuccinate backbone, which provides a platform for constructing complex molecules through substitution and elimination reactions. This product is essential for research chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Specialty Polymer Precursor: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of functional polymers and resins.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in laboratories for stereoselective synthesis, cyclization reactions, and the preparation of succinic acid derivatives.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool for exploring new reaction pathways and developing novel chemical entities in R&D settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethyl 2,3-Dichlorosuccinate
CAS No.	3856-37-9
Molecular Formula	C6H8Cl2O4
Molecular Weight	215.03 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethyl Dichlorosuccinate; 2,3-Dichlorosuccinic Acid Dimethyl Ester; Succinic Acid, 2,3-Dichloro-, Dimethyl Ester; Methyl 2,3-Dichlorosuccinate; DMDS; NSC 404058; Butanedioic acid, 2,3-dichloro-, 1,4-dimethyl ester
EINECS	223-370-5

Quality Control

Our Dimethyl 2,3-Dichlorosuccinate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for use in sensitive synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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