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Ethyl 5-methylfuran-2-carboxylate is a feedstock that is used in the production of additives for lubricants. Ethyl 5-methylfuran-2-carboxylate has been shown to have high thermal stability, excellent lubricity, and good resistance to oxidation. This feedstock has also been found to be compatible with alkoxycarbonyl groups and can be used as an additive for gasoline. The synthesis of this compound involves the alkylation of pyrrole using ethyllithium followed by dehydration, which leads to a high yield of this compound.

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3,4-Dichloro-2-hydroxybenzoic acid is a byproduct of the chlorination of carbon tetrachloride and 2,6-dichlorobenzoic acid. It can be used as an intermediate in the production of polyphosphoric acid. 3,4-Dichloro-2-hydroxybenzoic acid has been shown to have high yields and processability for use in polymer manufacturing. This active substance has also been shown to exhibit antibiotic activity against Staphylococcus aureus, which may be due to its ability to inhibit protein synthesis.

3-Ethyloxolane-2,5-dione is a polymerization initiator that is used in the production of polymers and sealants. Its main application is for the production of polycarboxylic acid ester resins, which are monosubstituted with an ethyloxolane group. 3-Ethyloxolane-2,5-dione reacts with aluminium chloride to form a hydrochloric acid salt. This polymerization initiator also reacts with hydrogen chloride to form a monomer that is soluble in organic solvents. It has been shown to be biodegradable and not toxic to humans or animals at low doses.