Description

[2-(Trimethylsiloxy)Ethyl]Benzene CAS NO 14629-58-4 is a specialized organosilicon compound featuring a benzene ring linked to a trimethylsiloxyethyl side chain. This unique structure makes it a valuable versatile intermediate and protecting group reagent in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material research and development teams for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly where silicon-containing moieties are required for drug design.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its silicon group can influence bioavailability and stability.
• Silyl Protecting Group: Acts as a protecting agent for hydroxyl groups during multi-step synthetic sequences in fine chemical and academic research laboratories.
• Material Science Precursor: Employed in the development of novel silicone-based polymers, resins, and hybrid organic-inorganic materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Functions as a substrate or reagent in palladium-catalyzed and other metal-mediated coupling reactions to form new carbon-carbon bonds.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Research: Investigated as a component or intermediate in the synthesis of materials for electronic displays and optoelectronic devices.

Basic Information

Product Name	[2-(Trimethylsiloxy)Ethyl]Benzene
CAS No.	14629-58-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₁₈OSi
Molecular Weight	194.35 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Trimethylsiloxy)-1-phenylethane; (2-Phenylethoxy)trimethylsilane; 1-Phenyl-2-(trimethylsiloxy)ethane; Benzene, [2-(trimethylsilyloxy)ethyl]-; Trimethyl(2-phenylethoxy)silane; β-Trimethylsiloxyethylbenzene; (β-Trimethylsilyloxyethyl)benzene; Phenethyl alcohol trimethylsilyl ether
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Quality Control

Our [2-(Trimethylsiloxy)Ethyl]Benzene is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing including GC, NMR, and HPLC to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon is recommended to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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