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Di-tert-butyl malonate
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Di-tert-butyl malonate is a versatile organic compound used primarily as a protecting group in synthetic organic chemistry and as a building block in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. It is a white crystalline solid with a molecular formula of C11H20O4 and a molecular weight of 216.27 g/mol. It is stable at ambient temperatures and does not require special handling. CAS number: 541-16-2. Molekula supplies Di-tert-butyl malonate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Light yellow transparent liquid |
| Water | ≤0.5% |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Assay GC | ≥98% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 89 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 18500508 |
| CAS Number | 541-16-2 |
| IUPAC Name | ditert-butyl propanedioate |
| EC Number | 208-769-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C11H20O4 |
| Molecular Weight | 216.27 |
| Exact Mass | 216.1362 |
| SMILES | CC(C)(C)OC(=O)CC(=O)OC(C)(C)C |
| InChIKey | CLPHAYNBNTVRDI-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C11H20O4/c1-10(2,3)14-8(12)7-9(13)15-11(4,5)6/h7H2,1-6H3 |
| PubChem CID | 68324 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29171927 |
| Tariff Code | 2917191090 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 1,3-Bis(1,1-dimethylethyl) propanedioate
- 1,3-di-tert-butyl propanedioate
- Bis(1,1-dimethylethyl) malonate
- di-t-Butylmalonate
- Di-tert-butyl malonate, stab. with potassium carbonate
- ditert-butyl propane-1,3-dioate
- ditert-butyl propanedioate
- MALONIC ACID, DI-TERT-BUTYL ESTER
- Propanedioic acid 1,3-bis(1,1-dimethylethyl) ester
- Propanedioic acid, bis(1,1-dimethylethyl) ester
Frequently asked questions
What is di-tert-butyl malonate used for?
It is primarily used as a building block in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals via the malonate ester synthesis.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of di-tert-butyl malonate?
The formula is C11H20O4 with a molecular weight of 216.27 g/mol.
How should di-tert-butyl malonate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and heat.
What grade is available for di-tert-butyl malonate?
Molekula supplies di-tert-butyl malonate in technical grade; custom purity levels may be available upon request.
Can Molekula supply di-tert-butyl malonate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply di-tert-butyl malonate in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of di-tert-butyl malonate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.
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