Description

1,1-Dimethylsilacyclooctan-5-One is a specialized organosilicon compound featuring a unique eight-membered ring structure with a carbonyl group. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and materials science research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel silicon-containing molecules with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those exploring silicon isosteres for carbon to modulate pharmacokinetic properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation pesticides and herbicides where the silacyclooctane scaffold can impart unique biological activity.
• Specialty Polymer Precursor: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer for the development of advanced silicone-based polymers and copolymers with specific thermal or mechanical characteristics.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands and catalysts for asymmetric synthesis and other catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for its potential in creating new hybrid organic-inorganic materials, coatings, or resins with enhanced performance.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for fundamental studies in organosilicon chemistry and ring-strain reactivity.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1,1-Dimethylsilacyclooctan-5-One
CAS No.	10325-31-2
Molecular Formula	C9H18OSi
Molecular Weight	170.32 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1-Dimethyl-1-silacyclooctan-5-one; 5-Oxo-1,1-dimethylsilacyclooctane; Dimethylsilacyclooctanone; 1,1-Dimethylsilacyclooctanone; Silacyclooctan-5-one, 1,1-dimethyl-
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Quality Control

Every batch of 1,1-Dimethylsilacyclooctan-5-One is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and purity for research and development applications. Our standard grade meets high-purity specifications suitable for synthetic chemistry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity (typically by GC or HPLC), and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider maintaining the material under an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (Standard Grade)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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