Description

Acetic acid, 2,2-dimethoxy-, methyl ester (CAS No. 89-91-8), also known as Methyl dimethoxyacetate, is a high-purity organic compound with the molecular formula C₅H₁₀O₄. This versatile ester is widely utilized in organic synthesis, pharmaceuticals, and specialty chemical applications due to its unique acetal functionality. With a purity of ≥97%, this product is rigorously tested to meet the stringent requirements of research and industrial laboratories. Its clear, colorless liquid form ensures easy handling and precise measurement for sensitive reactions.

Our Methyl dimethoxyacetate is packaged under inert conditions to guarantee stability and longevity. Each batch is accompanied by comprehensive analytical data, including GC, NMR, and MS spectra, ensuring traceability and quality assurance. Ideal for use as a building block in complex organic transformations, this reagent is a valuable asset for chemists working in medicinal chemistry, agrochemicals, and material science.

Properties

• CAS Number: 89-91-8
• Complexity: 87
• IUPAC Name: methyl 2,2-dimethoxyacetate
• InChI: InChI=1S/C5H10O4/c1-7-4(6)5(8-2)9-3/h5H,1-3H3
• InChI Key: NZTCVGHPDWAALP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Exact Mass: 134.05790880
• Molecular Formula: C5H10O4
• Molecular Weight: 134.13
• SMILES: COC(C(=O)OC)OC
• Topological: 44.8
• Monoisotopic Mass: 134.05790880
• Synonyms: Methyl dimethoxyacetate, 89-91-8, Methyl 2,2-dimethoxyacetate, Acetic acid, dimethoxy-, methyl ester, Dimethoxyacetic acid methyl ester, Glyoxylic acid methyl ester dimethyl acetal, AI3-52473, Acetic acid, 2,2-dimethoxy-, methyl ester, EINECS 201-950-0, NSC 27791, Glyoxylic acid, methyl ester, 2-(dimethyl acetal), DTXSID9058999, DTXCID7048669, Glyoxylic acid, methyl ester, 2-(dimethyl acetal) (8CI), 201-950-0, MFCD00008484, BHW4XD9QGH, dimethoxy-acetic acid methyl ester, NSC-27791, UNII-BHW4XD9QGH, Methyl dimethoxyacetate, 97%, SCHEMBL176754, Methyl glyoxylate,dimethyl acetal, NSC27791, Glyoxylic acid, 2-(dimethyl acetal), AKOS015851565, CS-W011071, FG04089, AS-15989, BP-13366, SY033419, D0503, NS00039345, EN300-65197, F0001-2202, Z1013699654, InChI=1/C5H10O4/c1-7-4(6)5(8-2)9-3/h5H,1-3H

Methyl dimethoxyacetate serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the preparation of heterocyclic compounds and protected glyoxylate derivatives. Its acetal group offers selective reactivity, making it useful for controlled oxidation and protection-deprotection strategies. Researchers also employ this compound in the development of fragrances, flavoring agents, and fine chemicals due to its ester functionality. Additionally, it finds applications in polymer chemistry as a monomer or crosslinking agent for specialized resins.

Safety and Hazards

GHS Hazard Statements

• H227 (100%): Combustible liquid [Warning Flammable liquids]
• H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
• H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
• H335 (100%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]

Precautionary Statements

• P210, P261, P264, P264+P265, P271, P280, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P319, P321, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P370+P378, P403, P403+P233, P405, and P501

Hazard Classes and Categories

• Flam. Liq. 4 (100%)
• Skin Irrit. 2 (100%)
• Eye Irrit. 2A (100%)
• STOT SE 3 (100%)

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