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Dimethyl malonate is a chemical compound used extensively in the field of organic synthesis. It acts as a reagent for the malonic ester synthesis, enabling the formation of carboxylic acids with highly controlled carbon-chain lengths. This ester is also utilized in carbon-carbon bond formation reactions such as the Knoevenagel condensation, contributing to the synthesis of various alkenes. Researchers leverage dimethyl malonate to study the mechanisms of nucleophilic substitution reactions where it can add to electron-deficient centers. Additionally, it serves as a starting material for the synthesis of numerous heterocyclic compounds, which are of interest in the development of new materials and molecules with potential industrial applications. Dimethyl malonate′s role in the study of polymer chemistry is also notable, particularly in the creation of alkyd resins, which are used to investigate environmentally friendly coatings and adhesives.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
Dimethyl malonate, 250 ml | sc-239778 | 250 ml | $49.00 | |||
Dimethyl malonate, 1 L | sc-239778A | 1 L | $102.00 |