Description

Dimethyl Malate is the dimethyl ester of malic acid, a versatile organic compound valued for its role as a building block and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its significance lies in its bifunctional ester structure, which provides two reactive sites for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This makes it a critical material for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where its ester groups facilitate further chemical modifications.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the manufacture of specialty polyesters and coatings, enhancing flexibility and adhesion properties.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Employed as a precursor for synthesizing esters that contribute to fruity or fresh olfactory notes in perfumes and food flavorings.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Functions as a protected form of malic acid or a diester in multi-step organic reactions, including esterifications and transesterifications.
• Cosmetic Ingredients: Utilized in the production of skin-conditioning agents and emulsifiers due to its derivatization potential from a natural acid source.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethyl Malate
CAS No.	38115-87-6
Molecular Formula	C6H10O5
Molecular Weight	162.14 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethyl 2-hydroxybutanedioate; Dimethyl hydroxy succinate; Malic acid dimethyl ester; Methyl hydrogen malate; 2-Hydroxysuccinic acid dimethyl ester; DL-Malic acid dimethyl ester; Butanedioic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 1,4-dimethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Dimethyl Malate is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to minimize moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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