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Diethyl malate

Also known as diethyl 2-hydroxybutanedioate, Ethyl malate, diethyl hydroxysuccinate

CAS 7554-12-3Formula C8H14O5Molar mass 190.20 g/molEC 210-930-0
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Diethyl malate chemical structure, C8H14O5, CAS 7554-12-3
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
7554-12-3
Formula
C8H14O5
Molar mass
190.20 g/mol
EC number
210-930-0
HS code
291819
Category
Synthetic aroma chemicals

What is Diethyl malate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Diethyl malate is a malate ester obtained by the formal condensation of the two carboxy groups of malic acid with two molecules of ethanol respectively. It has a role as a metabolite.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
diethyl 2-hydroxybutanedioate
CAS number
7554-12-3 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 626-11-9, 7554-28-1
EC numbers
210-930-0, 231-444-5
Molecular formula
C8H14O5
UNII
59W97T99HI
MDL number
MFCD00048556
INCI name
DIETHYL MALATE
InChIKey
VKNUORWMCINMRB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C8H14O5/c1-3-12-7(10)5-6(9)8(11)13-4-2/h6,9H,3-5H2,1-2H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCOC(=O)CC(C(=O)OCC)O

Synonyms

  • diethyl 2-hydroxybutanedioate
  • Ethyl malate
  • diethyl hydroxysuccinate
  • Butanedioic acid, hydroxy-, diethyl ester
  • Butanedioic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 1,4-diethyl ester
  • DL-Ethyl malate
  • Diethyl 2-hydroxysuccinate
  • Diethyl dl-malate
  • Diethylmalate
  • Ethyl dl-malate
  • Diethyl hydroxybutanedioate
  • Diethyl (1)-malate
  • Diethyl2-hydroxysuccinate
  • Malic acid, diethyl ester
  • DL-Malic Acid Diethyl Ester
  • Ethyl-dl-malate
  • Diethyl hydroxybutanoate
  • DL-Apple Acid Diethyl Ester
  • Diethyl malate, >=97%, FG
  • Butanedioic acid, hydroxy-, diethyl ester, (.+/-.)-
  • diethyl 1-malate
  • dl-diethyl malate
  • diethyl DL malate
  • Diethyl malate #
  • 2-hydroxy-butanedioic acid diethyl ester
Show all 29 synonyms
  • (R)-Hydroxy-butanedioic Acid Diethyl Ester
  • Vknuorwmcinmrb-uhfffaoysa-
  • Hydroxy-diethyl ester(.+/-.)-Butanedioic acid
  • Butanedioic acid, hydroxy-, diethyl ester, (plusmn )-

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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No measured properties are recorded for this substance yet. Ask suppliers for a technical data sheet.

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
190.20 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
190.0841 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-0.14calc.
Topological polar surface area
72.83 ร…ยฒcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
5calc.
Rotatable bonds
5calc.
Heavy atoms
13calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.75calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
1calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name DIETHYL MALATE(perfuming)

Roles

  • metabolite

Functional uses

  • Flavouring and nutrient
  • Fragrance

Cosmetic functions

  • Perfuming

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • EU cosmetic ingredient inventory

United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Active in US commerce

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Diethyl malate is traded under.

HS 2918.19Indicative HS code

Carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, theirโ€ฆ

World exports in 2024
$1.37B
+0.5% vs 2023, imports $1.18B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China23.7%
  2. Italy14.7%
  3. India * partner reported12.0%
Top importers
  1. Germany11.7%
  2. South Korea9.8%
  3. Italy9.6%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Diethyl malate is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Diethyl malate, based on the data on this page

What is Diethyl malate?

Diethyl malate is a malate ester obtained by the formal condensation of the two carboxy groups of malic acid with two molecules of ethanol respectively. It has a role as a metabolite.

What is the CAS number of Diethyl malate?

The CAS registry number of Diethyl malate is 7554-12-3. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 626-11-9, 7554-28-1.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Diethyl malate?

The molecular formula of Diethyl malate is C8H14O5 and its molar mass is 190.20 g/mol.

What is Diethyl malate used for?

Known uses and roles of Diethyl malate include fragrance ingredients in cosmetics and personal care, fragrance ingredients in flavors and fragrances, esters and lactones in flavors and fragrances, metabolite, perfuming and 2 more.

Is Diethyl malate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Diethyl malate is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Diethyl malate?

Diethyl malate is usually classified under HS code 291819 (Carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, theirโ€ฆ). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

Where can I buy Diethyl malate?

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