Description

Dimethyl Benzylmalonate is a versatile diester compound with significant utility as a key synthetic intermediate in organic chemistry. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, which allows for selective transformations to create complex molecules for high-value applications. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds containing malonate or benzyl-protected acid moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where its malonate group enables the construction of specific heterocyclic structures.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a precursor for flavors, fragrances, and other specialty organic compounds requiring controlled alkylation or condensation reactions.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the development of specialty monomers and polymers, where it can introduce specific functional groups to modify material properties.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for methodology development, including Michael additions, Knoevenagel condensations, and decarboxylative transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethyl Benzylmalonate
CAS No.	49769-78-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₄O₄
Molecular Weight	222.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzylmalonic Acid Dimethyl Ester; Dimethyl (Phenylmethyl)propanedioate; Dimethyl 2-Benzylmalonate; Propanedioic acid, (phenylmethyl)-, dimethyl ester; Benzylpropanedioic Acid Dimethyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our Dimethyl Benzylmalonate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC or HPLC, identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

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 oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources.

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.