Description

Methyl 4,4-Dimethoxyacetylacetate is a versatile β-ketoester derivative, valued as a key synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both keto and ester functionalities flanked by methoxy groups, makes it a critical reagent for constructing complex heterocycles and fine chemicals. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of various heterocyclic compounds, including potential drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific chelating or complexing motifs.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Preparation: Serves as a precursor for β-diketone and related ligands used in metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), catalysts, and metal extraction processes.
• Fine Chemical & Specialty Polymer Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, flavors, fragrances, and polymers with tailored properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating novel molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Methyl 4,4-Dimethoxyacetylacetate
CAS No.	60705-25-1
Molecular Formula	C9H16O5
Molecular Weight	204.22 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4-Dimethoxy-3-oxopentanoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4,4-dimethoxy-3-oxobutanoate; Acetylacetic acid, 4,4-dimethoxy-, methyl ester; 3-Oxopentanedioic acid, 4,4-dimethoxy-, dimethyl ester (related); Dimethyl 4,4-dimethoxy-3-oxoglutarate (related); MDMA (abbrev.); Methyl dimethoxyacetoacetate
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 4,4-Dimethoxyacetylacetate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, which includes results from GC/HPLC, NMR, and other relevant spectroscopic methods. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the exacting standards required for research and commercial synthesis.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR / NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC / 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.