Dimethyl glutarate, also known as dimethyl glutarate, dimethyl ester, glutaric acid or dimethyl glutarate, is an organic chemical with a molecular formula of C7H12O4. It has a faint pleasant smell and is easily soluble in ethanol and ether.
general instructions | Dimethyl glutarate, also known as dimethyl glutarate, dimethyl ester, glutaric acid or dimethyl glutarate, is an organic chemical with a molecular formula of C7H12O4. It has a faint pleasant smell and is easily soluble in ethanol and ether. |
use | Industrial use Dimethyl glutarate is used as an intermediate and solvent in the packaging and formulation of mixtures and substances. It is also used as an intermediate in the manufacture of cleaning agents, lubricants, coating agents, rolling oils, metalworking fluids, foaming agents, and functional fluids. The compound is used in laboratories, polymer processing, water treatment chemicals, rubber production and processing. Uses by Professional Workers Dimethyl glutarate is used in gas and oil field production and drilling operations. It is used in de-icing and anti-icing applications, construction and road applications, and in release agents and adhesives. Consumer Use This compound is used in the manufacture of agricultural chemicals and water treatment chemicals. |
chemical properties | Transparent colorless liquid |
use | Dimethyl glutarate can be used as a paint and graffiti remover, nail polish remover, hand sanitizer, adhesive, sealant and caulk, car cleaning products, bathroom and tile cleaner, all-purpose cleaner, spot remover chemicals, floor maintenance products. |
synthetic references | Synthesis, p. 555, 1985 DOI: 10.1055/s-1985-31275 |
general instructions | colorless liquid. |
air and water reaction | Flammable. Hydrolyzed by strong mineral acids and strong bases. |
reactive profile | Dimethyl glutarate is an ester. The ester reacts with the acid, releasing heat along with the alcohol and acid. Strong oxidizing acids may cause a violent reaction that is sufficiently exothermic to ignite the reaction products. The interaction of the ester with the caustic solution also generates heat. Esters mixed with alkali metals and hydrides can produce flammable hydrogen gas. |
health hazard | May be harmful if inhaled, ingested or absorbed through the skin. May cause irritation. |
Flammability and explosiveness | non-flammable |
Dimethyl glutarate upstream and downstream product information |
raw material | Glutaric acid, 2-nitro-, 1,5-dimethyl ester --> 2-methyl-1,3-cyclohexanedione --> Carbamic acid, (benzyl)-, 1,1- Dimethylethyl ester (9CI) --> 2-acetylcyclopentanone --> methyl acrylate--> Glutaric anhydride --> Glutaric acid --> 1,3-cyclohexanedione |
Preparation products | Ketorolac --> (S)-2-Benzamide glutarate dimethyl ester |