Description

Dimethyl Formylsuccinate is a high-purity, versatile diester compound with a reactive formyl group. This chemical serves as a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the creation of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical manufacturers for research, development, and production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with succinate or dicarbonyl motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a versatile reagent for constructing heterocycles, chiral compounds, and other complex organic molecules.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and resins.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Intermediate for synthesizing specific ester-based aroma compounds.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D for methodological studies and new compound discovery.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethyl Formylsuccinate
CAS No.	58026-12-3
Molecular Formula	C7H10O5
Molecular Weight	174.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethyl 2-formylsuccinate; 2-Formylbutanedioic Acid Dimethyl Ester; Dimethyl Oxalacetate (enol form derivative); Formylsuccinic Acid Dimethyl Ester; Methyl 2-(2-methoxy-2-oxoethyl)-3-oxopropanoate; Butanedioic acid, 2-formyl-, dimethyl ester; Oxobutanedioic acid dimethyl ester (tautomeric form)
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Quality Control

Our Dimethyl Formylsuccinate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible organic solvents. The container must be kept tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.