Dimethyl malonate

Dimethyl malonate
Dimethyl malonate[1]
Identifiers
CAS number 108-59-8 YesY
PubChem 7943
ChemSpider 21106102 YesY
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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
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Except where noted otherwise, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa)
Infobox 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.

See also

References

  1. ^ Merck Index, 11th Edition, 6009.