Basic information
- Name:
Propanedioicacid, 1,3-dimethyl ester
- Superlist Name:
- Dimethyl malonate
- CAS No.:
108-59-8
- Molecular Structure:

- Formula:
- C5H8O4
- Molecular Weight:
- 132.13
- Synonyms:
- Malonicacid, dimethyl ester (6CI,8CI);Propanedioic acid, dimethyl ester (9CI);Dimethyl 1,3-propanedioate;Dimethyl propanedioate;Methylmalonate;NSC 620046;Dimethyl Malonate (DMM);
- EINECS:
- 203-597-8
- Density:
- 1.156 g/cm3
- Melting Point:
- -62 °C(lit.)
- Boiling Point:
- 177.1 °C at 760 mmHg
- Flash Point:
- 90 °C
- Appearance:
- liquid
- Hazard Symbols:
Xi- Risk Codes:
- 36/37/38
- Safety Description:
- 26-36 Details
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Chemistry

IUPAC Name:dimethyl propanedioate
Molecular Formula: C5H8O4
Molecular Weight:132.114620 g/mol
Appearance:Clear, colorless liquid
Melting Point:-62 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point:180-181 °C(lit.)
Flash Point:194 °F
Solubility:alcohol, ether and other organic solvents,slightly soluble in water
density:1.156 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
vapor density:>1 (vs air)
refractive index:n20/D 1.413(lit.)
Water Solubility:negligible
Merck:14,6096
BRN:774261
Synonyms of DIMETHYL MALONATE(108-59-8):
PROPANEDIOIC ACID DIMETHYL ESTER;Dimethyl ester of malonic acid;Dimethyl propanedioate;dimethyl1,3-propanedioate;dimethylpropanedioate;MALONIC ACID,BIS-METHYL ESTER;MALONIC ACID DIMETHYL ESTER;METHYL MALONATE
Categories of DIMETHYL MALONATE(108-59-8):
C2 to C5;Carbonyl Compounds;Esters
Uses
Toxicity Data With Reference
| 1. | skn-rbt 500 mg/24H | FCTXAV Food and Cosmetics Toxicology. 17 (1979),363. | ||
| 2. | orl-rat LD50:5331 mg/kg | FCTXAV Food and Cosmetics Toxicology. 17 (1979),363. |
Consensus Reports
Safety Profile
Hazard Codes:Xi

Risk Statements:36/37/38
36/37/38:Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin
Safety Statements:26-36
26:In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice
36:Wear suitable protective clothing
WGK Germany:1
RTECS:OO0950000
Hazard Note:Irritant
HS Code:29171910
Mildly toxic by ingestion. A skin irritant. Violent reaction with CH3N3 occurred with NaOCH3 present. When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes. See also ESTERS.
Specification
First Aid Measures of DIMETHYL MALONATE(108-59-8):
Ingestion:Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Inhalation:Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately.
Skin:Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Eyes:Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids.
Storage of DIMETHYL MALONATE(108-59-8):
Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed when not in use.

