Description

3,3,4,4-Tetraethyloxolane-2,5-Dione is a specialized cyclic diester compound with the CAS registry number 35046-71-0. This high-purity intermediate is valued for its unique molecular structure, which makes it a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for creating novel compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for constructing complex heterocyclic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced crop protection agents and herbicides, where its tetraethyl-substituted structure can impart specific biological activity.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polyesters and other functional polymers with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex organic molecules, including natural product analogs and ligands for catalysis.
• Chemical Research: Utilized as a standard or reagent in methodological studies and asymmetric synthesis due to its defined stereochemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,3,4,4-Tetraethyloxolane-2,5-Dione
CAS No.	35046-71-0
Molecular Formula	C12H20O4
Molecular Weight	228.29 g/mol
Synonyms	3,3,4,4-Tetraethyl-1,4-dioxane-2,5-dione; Tetraethylsuccinic Anhydride; 3,3,4,4-Tetraethyldihydrofuran-2,5-dione; Diethylsuccinic Anhydride, Tetraethyl-; Tetraethyl-2,5-furandione; Oxolane-2,5-dione, 3,3,4,4-tetraethyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,3,4,4-Tetraethyloxolane-2,5-Dione is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong 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	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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