Description

Dimethyl 2,3-Dichlorosuccinate is a versatile chlorinated succinate ester derivative, serving as a key synthetic intermediate in organic chemistry. Its value lies in its bifunctional reactivity, offering two electrophilic centers for nucleophilic substitution and serving as a precursor for heterocyclic compounds and complex molecules. This product is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity building blocks for advanced synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules containing succinate or chlorinated motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the dichlorosuccinate structure imparts specific biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile electrophile in Michael addition reactions, cyclization processes, and for introducing the dichlorosuccinate moiety into target molecules.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with unique properties.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a standard or starting material in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of complex organic colorants and functional dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethyl 2,3-Dichlorosuccinate
CAS No.	62173-55-1
Molecular Formula	C6H8Cl2O4
Molecular Weight	215.03 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethyl dichlorosuccinate; 2,3-Dichlorosuccinic Acid Dimethyl Ester; Succinic Acid, 2,3-Dichloro-, Dimethyl Ester; Methyl 2,3-dichlorosuccinate; DMDS; Dimethyl (2R,3S)-2,3-dichlorobutanedioate (for stereoisomers)
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Quality Control

Our Dimethyl 2,3-Dichlorosuccinate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.