Description

Ethyl Methyl Oxalate is a versatile diester of oxalic acid, serving as a high-purity chemical intermediate and solvent in advanced synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional reactivity, offering two distinct ester groups for selective transformations. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel compounds and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as an alkylating agent or a precursor for heterocyclic compounds in research and development.
• Solvent for Specialty Reactions: Employed as a polar aprotic solvent for specific organic transformations and polymerizations.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Intermediate in the synthesis of certain ester-based aroma chemicals.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a reactant in the production of specific organic colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl Methyl Oxalate
CAS No.	615-52-1
Molecular Formula	C5H8O4
Molecular Weight	132.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl ethyl oxalate; Ethyl methyl ethanedioate; Oxalic acid, methyl ethyl ester; Methyl ethyl ester of oxalic acid; Ethyl methyl ester of oxalic acid; Ethanedioic acid, methyl ethyl ester; ME Oxalate
EINECS	210-432-8

Quality Control

Our Ethyl Methyl Oxalate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency suitable for demanding industrial and research applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly closed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.410 - 1.415
Density (20°C)	1.10 - 1.15 g/mL

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