Description

Methanetetrayltetrakis[Trimethylsilane] is a specialized organosilicon compound, also known as Tetrakis(trimethylsilyl)methane, with the CAS registry number 1066-64-4. This compound serves as a valuable building block and protecting group reagent in advanced synthetic organic and organometallic chemistry. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science sectors for creating complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Advanced Organic Synthesis: Acts as a robust tetrafunctional protecting group for acidic protons or as a unique spacer unit in dendrimer and polymer synthesis.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where steric protection is required.
• Materials Science Research: Serves as a precursor for silicon-carbon hybrid materials, including novel ceramics and silicon-rich polymers.
• Organometallic Chemistry: Functions as a ligand or a starting material for the synthesis of metal complexes and catalysts.
• Agrochemical Development: Employed in creating experimental compounds with specific steric and electronic properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A key reagent for methodological studies in synthetic chemistry due to its unique tetrahedral carbon core surrounded by bulky trimethylsilyl groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methanetetrayltetrakis[Trimethylsilane]
CAS No.	1066-64-4
Molecular Formula	C13H36Si4
Molecular Weight	304.78 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetrakis(trimethylsilyl)methane; Methane, tetrakis(trimethylsilyl)-; Tetramethylsilane, tetramer; C(Si(CH3)3)4; Tetrakis(trimethylsilyl)methane; TTM; (Trimethylsilyl)methane, tetrakis-
EINECS	213-934-6

Quality Control

Our Methanetetrayltetrakis[Trimethylsilane] is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and FT-IR analysis, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. For custom synthesis or specific purity requirements, please contact our technical team.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are securely sealed when not in use and stored away from heat and ignition sources. Keep under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.