Description

Isopropylmalonic Acid is a versatile dicarboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique branched alkyl structure makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a branched malonate moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its structure imparts specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and metal complexation.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing polyesters and polyamides with modified thermal and mechanical properties.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reaction pathways and constructing complex molecular architectures.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the manufacture of dyes, flavors, and fragrances that utilize malonic acid derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Isopropylmalonic Acid
CAS No.	601-79-6
Molecular Formula	C6H10O4
Molecular Weight	146.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Isopropylmalonic Acid; 2-Methylbutanedioic Acid; 1,3-Propanedicarboxylic Acid, 2-(1-Methylethyl)-; α-Isopropylmalonic Acid; 2-(Propan-2-yl)propanedioic Acid; Isopropylpropanedioic Acid; NSC 403697
EINECS	210-001-6

Quality Control

Our Isopropylmalonic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical characteristics, and test results are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent degradation and clumping.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	115 - 120 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.