Description

Dipropyl Tartrate is a diester derivative of tartaric acid, valued for its role as a versatile intermediate and solvent in advanced chemical synthesis. Its molecular structure makes it particularly useful for applications requiring a chiral building block or a high-boiling, polar aprotic solvent. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-purity intermediates.

Application

• As a chiral intermediate in the asymmetric synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Utilized as a solvent or co-solvent in specialty coatings, adhesives, and polymer formulations.
• Acts as a plasticizer or additive in specific polymer systems to modify flexibility and processing characteristics.
• Employed in agrochemical synthesis for the production of certain herbicides and fungicides.
• Serves as a flavor and fragrance ingredient precursor due to its ester properties.
• Used in research and development laboratories for method development and chemical studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dipropyl Tartrate
CAS No.	4181-80-0
Molecular Formula	C10H18O6
Molecular Weight	234.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Dipropyl 2,3-Dihydroxybutanedioate; Di-n-propyl Tartrate; Propyl Tartrate; Tartaric Acid Dipropyl Ester; DL-Dipropyl Tartrate; Dipropyl L-(+)-Tartrate; Dipropyl D-(-)-Tartrate; 1,4-Dipropyl (2R,3R)-2,3-Dihydroxysuccinate
EINECS	224-052-8

Quality Control

Our Dipropyl Tartrate is produced and tested under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets stringent purity and consistency standards, suitable for industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation (Optical Purity)	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.