Description

Dimethyl Benzylmalonate is a versatile diester compound with significant utility as a key synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, which allows for selective transformations, making it a crucial building block for complex molecule synthesis. This product is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing substituted malonate or benzyl-protected carboxylic acid motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the malonate ester group is integral to the final molecule's activity.
• Fine Chemical & Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a building block for synthesizing complex esters and aromatic compounds used in flavors, fragrances, and specialty chemicals.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialized polymers, resins, and coatings with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in classic organic reactions such as alkylations, Michael additions, and Knoevenagel condensations to construct complex carbon skeletons in research laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Dimethyl Benzylmalonate
CAS No.	65749-05-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₄O₄
Molecular Weight	222.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzylmalonic Acid Dimethyl Ester; Dimethyl (Phenylmethyl)propanedioate; Dimethyl 2-Benzylmalonate; Propanedioic acid, (phenylmethyl)-, 1,3-dimethyl ester; Benzylpropanedioic Acid Dimethyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our Dimethyl Benzylmalonate is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for use in sensitive synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and related substances is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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 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 clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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