4525-33-1 | dimethyl dicarbonate

Packsize	Purity	Availability	Price	Discounted Price
1g	95%	in stock	$50.00	$35.00
5g	95%	in stock	$115.00	$80.00
25g	95%	in stock	$276.00	$193.00
100g	95%	in stock	$748.00	$523.00

Description

• Catalog Number: AB47315
• Chemical Name: dimethyl dicarbonate
• CAS Number: 4525-33-1
• Molecular Formula: C4H6O5
• Molecular Weight: 134.0874
• MDL Number: MFCD00008419
• SMILES: COC(=O)OC(=O)OC

Computed Properties

• Complexity: 104
• Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 1
• Heavy Atom Count: 9
• Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 5
• Rotatable Bond Count: 4
• XLogP3: 0.7

Upstream Synthesis Route

Dimethyl dicarbonate, commonly referred to as DMDC, is a versatile chemical compound widely used in chemical synthesis. Its primary application lies in the food and beverage industry, where it serves as a highly effective antimicrobial agent and preservative. DMDC functions by inhibiting the growth of spoilage microorganisms and pathogens in various food and beverage products, thereby extending their shelf life and ensuring product safety.In the realm of organic chemistry, dimethyl dicarbonate is utilized as a reagent for the selective modification of biomolecules, such as amino acids, proteins, and nucleic acids. Its ability to specifically target nucleophilic functional groups, such as amino and hydroxyl groups, makes it a valuable tool for chemists seeking to introduce specific chemical functionalities into complex molecules. Additionally, DMDC's mild reaction conditions and high reaction efficiency contribute to its popularity in synthetic organic chemistry.Furthermore, dimethyl dicarbonate finds applications beyond the food and pharmaceutical industries. In the realm of polymer chemistry, it is employed as a polymerization inhibitor to control the polymerization process and improve the quality of polymer products. Its role as a versatile precursor for the synthesis of various organic compounds underscores its significance in modern chemical synthesis practices.Overall, dimethyl dicarbonate stands out as a vital component in the arsenal of chemists and researchers, facilitating precise chemical modifications and enabling the creation of innovative materials and products across diverse industries.

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