Description

Dimethyl Methoxymalonate is a versatile and high-purity ester derivative of malonic acid, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its dual functionality, acting as both a protected malonate equivalent and a source of methoxycarbonyl groups for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking efficient routes to heterocycles, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Key starting material and building block for the synthesis of various heterocyclic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific malonate-derived structures.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Employed as a versatile reagent in multi-step organic synthesis for creating complex esters, acids, and ketones.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of novel polymers and specialty coatings.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool for methodology development in organic chemistry, particularly in carbon-carbon bond-forming reactions.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing specific ester-based aroma compounds.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Dimethyl Methoxymalonate
CAS No.	5018-30-4
Molecular Formula	C7H12O5
Molecular Weight	176.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Methoxymalonic Acid Dimethyl Ester; Dimethyl Methoxymalonate; Dimethyl 2-Methoxypropanedioate; Methoxymalonic Acid Dimethyl Ester; Propanedioic acid, 2-methoxy-, 1,3-dimethyl ester; Methyl methoxymalonate; 2-Methoxy-1,3-propanedioic acid dimethyl ester
EINECS	225-694-9

Quality Control

Our Dimethyl Methoxymalonate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets 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 away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
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.