Description

Tributyl(Methoxy)Silane is a versatile organosilicon compound used as a key reagent and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in its ability to act as a silylating agent, introducing the tributylsilyl protecting group to sensitive functional groups like alcohols and carboxylic acids. This product is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors, where precise molecular modification and protection are required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for protecting hydroxyl groups during multi-step reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed as a surface modifying agent and crosslinker in silicone-based polymers and advanced materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile silylation agent in laboratory-scale and industrial organic chemistry for functional group protection.
• Adhesive & Sealant Formulations: Used as an adhesion promoter and moisture scavenger in high-performance silicone adhesive systems.
• Electronics Industry: Applied in the deposition of silicon-containing thin films and as a precursor in chemical vapor deposition (CVD) processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tributyl(Methoxy)Silane
CAS No.	15811-64-0
Molecular Formula	C13H30OSi
Molecular Weight	230.47 g/mol
Synonyms	Methoxytributylsilane; Tributylmethoxysilane; Silane, methoxytributyl-; (Methoxy)tributylsilane; Butylsilane, methoxytri-; NSC 163066; Tributylsilyl methyl ether; TBMS
EINECS	239-923-9

Quality Control

Our Tributyl(Methoxy)Silane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC, identity confirmation by FT-IR, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under a dry inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Density (20°C)	0.84 - 0.86 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.425 - 1.430
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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