Description

2,5-Dimethyl-2,5-Bis(Trimethylsilyl)Hex-3-Ene is a specialized organosilicon compound featuring a unique hexene backbone flanked by trimethylsilyl groups. This structure makes it a valuable silylating agent and a versatile synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for introducing steric bulk and silicon-based functionality. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Silylation Reagent: Used to protect hydroxyl groups or introduce trimethylsilyl moieties in multi-step organic syntheses.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides requiring specific silicon-containing structures.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty silicones and silicon-based polymers with tailored properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Functions as a reactant in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form carbon-silicon bonds.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Investigated as a precursor for electron-transport or host materials in OLED device fabrication.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Dimethyl-2,5-Bis(Trimethylsilyl)Hex-3-Ene
CAS No.	16054-20-9
Molecular Formula	C14H32Si2
Molecular Weight	256.58 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Dimethyl-2,5-bis(trimethylsilyl)-3-hexene; 3-Hexene, 2,5-dimethyl-2,5-bis(trimethylsilyl)-; 2,5-Dimethyl-2,5-di(trimethylsilyl)-3-hexene; 2,5-Bis(trimethylsilyl)-2,5-dimethyl-3-hexene; Hex-3-ene, 2,5-dimethyl-2,5-bis(trimethylsilyl)-; TMS-hexene derivative
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Quality Control

Our 2,5-Dimethyl-2,5-Bis(Trimethylsilyl)Hex-3-Ene is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing including GC, NMR, and FTIR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to minimize volatility and degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

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.