Description

Dimethylmalonyl Chloride is a versatile and highly reactive acid chloride derivative of dimethylmalonic acid. This compound serves as a critical building block in organic synthesis, enabling the efficient introduction of the dimethylmalonyl moiety into target molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a branched dicarboxylic acid structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the dimethylmalonyl group modifies biological activity.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polyesters and polyamides with tailored properties.
• Peptide Modification: Employed to introduce protecting groups or to modify peptide backbones during custom peptide synthesis.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic colorants.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating novel molecular libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethylmalonyl Chloride
CAS No.	5659-93-8
Molecular Formula	C5H7ClO3
Molecular Weight	150.56 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2-Dimethylmalonyl Dichloride; Dimethylpropanedioyl Dichloride; Propanedioyl dichloride, 2,2-dimethyl-; 2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-propanedioyl dichloride; Dimethylmalonyl dichloride; NSC 403119
EINECS	227-103-7

Quality Control

Our Dimethylmalonyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, 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, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
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.