Category
Chemical Primary Standard
CAS Number
108-59-8
Molecular Formula
C5H8O4
Molecular Weight
132.11 g/mol
Synonym

Propanedioic Acid 1,3-Dimethyl Ester; Malonic acid dimethyl ester; Propanedioic acid dimethyl ester; Dimethyl 1,3-Propanedioate; Dimethyl Propanedioate

Keywords
Miscellaneous compounds
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Dimethyl malonate is a diester of malonic acid, containing two methyl ester groups. It is a colorless liquid widely used as a building block in organic synthesis, particularly for preparing carboxylic acids, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals. It is reactive in condensation and alkylation reactions, making it a versatile intermediate in chemical research.