Dimethyl (S)-(-)-malate
Also known as: Dimethyl malate, Dimethyl L-malate, Dimethyl L-(-)-malate, L-(-)-Malic acid dimethyl ester, L-Malic acid dimethyl ester, Dimethyl (2S)-2-hydroxysuccinate, (S)-Dimethyl 2-hydroxysuccinate, Dimethyl (S)-2-hydroxysuccinate, Malic acid dimethyl ester, Butanedioic acid, 2-hydroxy-, dimethyl ester, (2S)-
Dimethyl (S)-(-)-malate (CAS 617-55-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H10O5 and a molecular weight of 162.141 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 249.6±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 100.1±15.3 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour, H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction and H318 — Causes serious eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 617-55-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-1383771-3
- Molecular Formula
- C6H10O5
- Molecular Weight
- 162.141 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 249.6±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 100.1±15.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 162.052826 |
| PSA | 72.83000 |
| LogP | -0.83 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.1 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.440 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
- H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918199090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918199090 other carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Dimethyl (S)-(-)-malate?
The CAS number of Dimethyl (S)-(-)-malate is 617-55-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Dimethyl (S)-(-)-malate?
Dimethyl (S)-(-)-malate has molecular formula C6H10O5 and molecular weight 162.141 g/mol.
Is Dimethyl (S)-(-)-malate hazardous?
Dimethyl (S)-(-)-malate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction; H318 — Causes serious eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Dimethyl (S)-(-)-malate?
For Dimethyl (S)-(-)-malate, Upstream Products: Methanol, L-(-)-Malic acid, Trimethyl orthoformate; Downstream Products: 1,2,4-Butanetriol, (S)-(-)-α-Hydroxy-γ-butyrolactone, 2(5H)-Furanone.
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