Description

3-Ethyl-3-Methylpentanedioic Acid Dimethyl Ester is a high-purity diester compound valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its structure makes it particularly useful for introducing specific alkyl-substituted glutaric acid motifs into target molecules. This product is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality intermediates for complex synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Polymer & Resin Production: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the formulation of specialty polyesters and other performance polymers.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Employed as a precursor for synthesizing specific ester-based aroma compounds.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecular architectures.
• Lubricant & Plasticizer Additive: Used in the development of specialized synthetic lubricants and polymer plasticizers.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Ethyl-3-Methylpentanedioic Acid Dimethyl Ester
CAS No.	7445-19-4
Molecular Formula	C11H20O4
Molecular Weight	216.28 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethyl 3-Ethyl-3-methylglutarate; 3-Ethyl-3-methylpentanedioic acid dimethyl ester; 3-Methyl-3-ethylglutaric Acid Dimethyl Ester; Glutaric acid, 3-ethyl-3-methyl-, dimethyl ester; 3-Ethyl-3-methylglutaric acid dimethyl ester; Dimethyl 3-ethyl-3-methylpentanedioate
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Quality Control

Our 3-Ethyl-3-Methylpentanedioic Acid Dimethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates under cGMP or ISO 9001 frameworks.

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 incompatible materials such as strong bases and strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

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