Description

2,3-Dimethoxybutanedioic Acid Diethyl Ester is a specialized diester derivative of tartaric acid, serving as a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value proposition lies in its ability to introduce stereochemical complexity and functional groups into target molecules, enabling the production of high-value fine chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients. This compound is essential for research and development chemists, process chemists, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity, reliable intermediates for complex synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the asymmetric synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system and cardiovascular diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced, enantiomerically pure herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for the synthesis of chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric catalysis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, fragrances, and advanced materials requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and for exploring new synthetic pathways in process chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dimethoxybutanedioic Acid Diethyl Ester
CAS No.	74685-84-0
Molecular Formula	C10H18O6
Molecular Weight	234.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Diethyl 2,3-Dimethoxysuccinate; Diethyl Dimethoxysuccinate; 2,3-Dimethoxysuccinic Acid Diethyl Ester; Diethyl Tartrate Dimethyl Ether; Diethyl O,O'-Dimethyl-L-tartrate (stereoisomer); Diethyl meso-2,3-Dimethoxysuccinate; Succinic acid, 2,3-dimethoxy-, diethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,3-Dimethoxybutanedioic Acid Diethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results for purity, enantiomeric excess (where applicable), and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory 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 bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider maintaining the material under an inert atmosphere to preserve quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation (if chiral)	Contact for details

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