2,2-Dimethylglutaric anhydride

• CAT Number: L010988
• CAS Number: 2938-48-9
• Molecular Formula: C7H10O3
• Molecular Weight: 142.15
• Purity: ≥95%
• IUPAC Name: 3,3-dimethyloxane-2,6-dione
• InChI: InChI=1S/C7H10O3/c1-7(2)4-3-5(8)10-6(7)9/h3-4H2,1-2H3
• InChIKey: PAVNZLVXYJDFNR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC1(CCC(=O)OC1=O)C

2,2-Dimethylglutaric anhydride is a cyclic anhydride derived from 2,2-dimethylglutaric acid, widely used as a reagent and intermediate in organic synthesis and polymer chemistry. Its structure, featuring two methyl groups on the glutaric anhydride ring, offers enhanced reactivity, making it valuable in synthesizing specialty chemicals and polymer precursors. This compound is particularly useful for introducing branching in polymer structures or modifying pharmaceuticals. Its stability and versatility make it suitable for applications in materials science and advanced chemical research.