Description

Dimethyl 2-(Dimethoxymethyl)Malonate is a versatile malonate ester derivative characterized by its unique acetal-protected aldehyde functionality. This compound matters as a critical building block in organic synthesis, offering a reactive handle for the introduction of complex molecular fragments under controlled conditions. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing heterocycles, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and advanced intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those containing heterocyclic or polyfunctional architectures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticide and herbicide intermediates, leveraging its reactivity for carbon-carbon bond formation.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific malonate-derived structures.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent in methodological development for new synthetic transformations, including cyclization and annulation reactions.
• Polymer Chemistry: Potential monomer or co-monomer for creating specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in the synthesis of organic frameworks and functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethyl 2-(Dimethoxymethyl)Malonate
CAS No.	86044-46-4
Molecular Formula	C9H16O6
Molecular Weight	220.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethyl (dimethoxymethyl)propanedioate; Propanedioic acid, 2-(dimethoxymethyl)-, 1,3-dimethyl ester; 2-(Dimethoxymethyl)malonic acid dimethyl ester; Malonic acid, (dimethoxymethyl)-, dimethyl ester; Dimethyl (dimethoxymethyl)malonate; (Dimethoxymethyl)propanedioic acid dimethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Dimethyl 2-(Dimethoxymethyl)Malonate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and 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 minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

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