Dimethyl Succinate

• CAT Number: R014032
• CAS Number: 106-65-0
• Molecular Formula: C6H10O4
• Molecular Weight: 146.14
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: Dimethyl Ester Butanedioic Acid; Dimethyl Ester Succinic Acid; DBE 4; Dimethyl Butanedioate; Dimethyl Succinate; Methyl Succinate; NSC 52209 Rhodiasolv RDEP
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: dimethyl butanedioate
• InChI: InChI=1S/C6H10O4/c1-9-5(7)3-4-6(8)10-2/h3-4H2,1-2H3
• InChIKey: MUXOBHXGJLMRAB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: COC(=O)CCC(=O)OC

Dimethyl Succinate(CAT: R014032) is a diester compound with the molecular formula C₆H₁₀O₄, derived from succinic acid and methanol. It appears as a colorless, oily liquid with a mild, fruity odor and is soluble in most organic solvents. Dimethyl succinate is widely used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and polymers. It serves as a building block for biodegradable polyesters and resins, and is also utilized in flavors and fragrances due to its ester functionality. Its low toxicity and biodegradability make it a valuable compound in sustainable and green chemistry applications.