meso-2,3-Dimethylsuccinic acid

CAS Number608-40-2
FormulaN/A
Mol. Weight146.14 g/mol
meso-2,3-Dimethylsuccinic acid
What is meso-2,3-Dimethylsuccinic acid?
meso-2,3-Dimethylsuccinic acid is a chemical compound with CAS number 608-40-2. It is used in various industrial and research applications.
Applications
meso-2,3-Dimethylsuccinic acid was used in the synthesis of:
• meso-1,4-diiodo-2,3-dimethylb
• selenoacetal with an erythro-configured CHMe-CHMe fragment2
• erythro-4-acetoxy-2,3-dimethylbutan-1-ol 2
• (±)-faranal2
Specifications
Linear Formula
HO2CCH(CH3)CH(CH3)CO2H
Molecular Weight
146.14 g/mol
Assay/Purity
99%
Safety Information
GHS07Signal Word
Warning
Hazard Statements
H315-H319-H335
Precautionary Statements
P261-P305 + P351 + P338
Required PPE
dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves
Melting Point
200 °C (dec.)(lit.)
EC Number
210-163-1
WGK Germany
3
Frequently Asked Questions
Alternative Names & Synonyms
HO2CCH(CH3)CH(CH3)CO2H
