Description

2,5-Dioxo-1,4-Cyclohexanedicarboxylic Acid Dimethyl Ester is a high-purity, versatile diester derivative of cyclohexanedicarboxylic acid, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional reactivity, offering two ester groups and two ketone functionalities for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries who require a reliable, high-quality intermediate for developing active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those with cyclic or constrained structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polyesters and high-performance resins.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploring new chemical reactions in organic chemistry.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Used as a starting material for synthesizing novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Dioxo-1,4-Cyclohexanedicarboxylic Acid Dimethyl Ester
CAS No.	6289-46-9
Molecular Formula	C10H12O6
Molecular Weight	228.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethyl 2,5-dioxo-1,4-cyclohexanedicarboxylate; 1,4-Cyclohexanedicarboxylic acid, 2,5-dioxo-, dimethyl ester; Dimethyl 1,4-cyclohexanedione-2,5-dicarboxylate; 2,5-Diketo-1,4-cyclohexanedicarboxylic acid dimethyl ester; 2,5-Dioxocyclohexane-1,4-dicarboxylic acid dimethyl ester; Cyclohexane-1,4-dione-2,5-dicarboxylic acid dimethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,5-Dioxo-1,4-Cyclohexanedicarboxylic Acid Dimethyl Ester is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive synthesis applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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