Diethyl oxalate

Diethyl oxalate (CAS 95-92-1), also known as ethyl oxalate, is the diethyl ester of oxalic acid used primarily as a chemical intermediate and solvent in organic synthesis.

Where is Diethyl oxalate used?

• Organic synthesis: reactive building block for introducing the oxalyl group into target molecules
• Specialty chemicals: catalyst precursor
• Pharmaceutical synthesis: condensation reagent for active pharmaceutical ingredients, particularly barbiturates and antimalarials
• Heterocyclic compounds: intermediate
• Personal care: fragrance ingredient and fixative
• Food flavoring: FEMA-recognized agent imparting fruity, wine-like nuances
• Catalysis: oxalate precursor for metal oxalate catalyst supports
• It also serves as an intermediate in various industrial chemical processes.

Good to know: Technical grade and high-purity grades are available to meet the differing requirements of industrial synthesis versus pharmaceutical and flavor applications. Buyers sourcing for regulated end uses should confirm grade specifications and purity certificates.

Commercial specifications

• Standard commercial packaging ranging from drums to IBC containers for bulk distribution