Description

Dimethyl Bis(Hydroxymethyl)Malonate is a versatile bifunctional building block and key synthetic intermediate in organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring two hydroxymethyl groups and a malonate ester core, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecules and functional materials. This compound is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer sectors for applications ranging from drug synthesis to cross-linking agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for creating complex molecular scaffolds and prodrugs.
• Polymer & Resin Chemistry: Acts as a cross-linking agent or monomer in the production of specialty polymers, coatings, and thermosetting resins, imparting hardness and chemical resistance.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators due to its reactive functional groups.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A versatile reagent for constructing heterocyclic compounds, dendrimers, and other complex organic molecules in research and development.
• Chemical Cross-linker: Utilized in material science to modify the properties of polymers, gels, and composites by introducing covalent cross-links.
• Chelating Agent Precursor: Can be further derivatized to produce ligands and chelating agents for metal ion binding applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethyl Bis(Hydroxymethyl)Malonate
CAS No.	35329-73-8
Molecular Formula	C7H12O6
Molecular Weight	192.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethyl 2,2-Bis(hydroxymethyl)malonate; 2,2-Bis(hydroxymethyl)malonic Acid Dimethyl Ester; Malonic Acid, 2,2-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-, Dimethyl Ester; Tetramethylolmethane Dicarboxylate; Bis(hydroxymethyl)malonic Acid Dimethyl Ester; DBHM; DBM
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Dimethyl Bis(Hydroxymethyl)Malonate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. Due to the presence of hydroxymethyl groups, the material may be hygroscopic; prolonged exposure to moisture should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.