Dimethyl malonate
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Dimethyl malonate[1] | |
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IUPAC name | propanedioic acid dimethyl ester |
Other names | Malonic acid dimethyl ester |
Identifiers | |
CAS number | [108-59-8] |
PubChem | |
SMILES | COC(=O)CC(=O)OC |
Properties | |
Molecular formula | C5H8O4 |
Molar mass | 132.115 |
Appearance | Colorless liquid |
Density | 1.154 |
Melting point |
-62 °C, 211 K, -80 °F |
Boiling point |
180-181 °C |
Solubility in water | Slightly soluble |
Except where noted otherwise, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa) Infobox disclaimer and references |
Dimethyl malonate is a diester derivative of malonic acid. It is a common reagent for organic synthesis. It is used in the malonic ester synthesis.
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- ^ Merck Index, 11th Edition, 6009.