Dimethyl D-Malate

Name: Dimethyl D-Malate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-049951

About Dimethyl D-Malate

Listed under CAS 70681-41-3, Dimethyl D-Malate is an ester available from Vaqora Chemicals. Its molecular formula is C6H10O5 and its molecular weight is 162.14 g/mol. The IUPAC name is dimethyl (2R)-2-hydroxybutanedioate. Common synonyms include 1,4-Dimethyl (2R)-2-Hydroxybutanedioate and (R)-Dimethyl 2-hydroxysuccinate.

Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span organic synthesis and API synthesis. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer Dimethyl D-Malate in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Dimethyl D-Malate
Catalogue No.	VQ-049951
CAS Number	70681-41-3
IUPAC name	dimethyl (2R)-2-hydroxybutanedioate
Molecular formula	C₆H₁₀O₅
Molecular weight	162.14 g/mol
Exact mass	162.0528
InChIKey	YSEKNCXYRGKTBJ-SCSAIBSYSA-N
SMILES	COC(=O)C[C@H](C(=O)OC)O
PubChem CID	11062697

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.7
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 5
TPSA	72.8 Å²
Synonyms	1,4-Dimethyl (2R)-2-Hydroxybutanedioate, Butanedioic acid, hydroxy-, dimethyl ester, (2R)-, (R)-Dimethyl 2-hydroxysuccinate, D-(+)-Malic Acid Dimethyl Ester, (R)-2-hydroxysuccinic acid dimethyl ester, D-(+)-Apple Acid Dimethyl Ester, (R)-2-hydroxysuccinic acid dimethylester, D-Dimethylmalate, Dimethyl (R)-2-hydroxysuccinate, (r)-dimethyl malate

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Dimethyl D-Malate?

The CAS Registry Number of Dimethyl D-Malate is 70681-41-3. It is also known as 1,4-Dimethyl (2R)-2-Hydroxybutanedioate, Butanedioic acid, hydroxy-, dimethyl ester, (2R)-, (R)-Dimethyl 2-hydroxysuccinate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Dimethyl D-Malate?

Dimethyl D-Malate has the molecular formula C6H10O5 and a molecular weight of 162.14 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is dimethyl (2R)-2-hydroxybutanedioate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Dimethyl D-Malate can I order?

We supply Dimethyl D-Malate, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Dimethyl D-Malate?

Yes. Every lot of Dimethyl D-Malate is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Dimethyl D-Malate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Dimethyl D-Malate is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.