Description

2-(Trimethylsiloxy)Ethyldimethylamine is a versatile organosilicon compound featuring both a reactive amine group and a hydrolytically sensitive siloxy moiety. This bifunctional structure makes it a valuable intermediate for introducing silicon-containing groups into organic molecules, enhancing properties like hydrophobicity, stability, and surface activity. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for use as a key building block in synthesis and surface modification.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, where the silyl group can act as a protecting group or modify drug delivery properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating silicon-based surfactants, adjuvants, or active compounds that improve the efficacy and rainfastness of pesticide formulations.
• Surface Modification Agent: Applied to treat glass, silica, or metal oxides to create hydrophobic surfaces or to introduce functional groups for further chemical grafting.
• Silicone Chemistry: Acts as a crosslinker or modifier in silicone polymers and resins, influencing cure kinetics and final material properties like flexibility and adhesion.
• Adhesive & Sealant Formulations: Utilized as an adhesion promoter or moisture scavenger in high-performance silicone and hybrid polymer systems.
• Laboratory Reagent: Employed in organic synthesis as a silylating agent for alcohols or as a specialized reagent in nucleophilic substitution reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Trimethylsiloxy)Ethyldimethylamine
CAS No.	16654-64-1
Molecular Formula	C7H19NOSi
Molecular Weight	161.32 g/mol
Synonyms	N,N-Dimethyl-2-(trimethylsiloxy)ethanamine; 2-(Dimethylamino)ethyl trimethylsilyl ether; (2-Dimethylaminoethoxy)trimethylsilane; N-[2-(Trimethylsiloxy)ethyl]-N-methylmethanamine; DMTAES; Amino Silane A-1122 (related trade name); β-(Dimethylamino)ethyltrimethylsilanol ether
EINECS	240-698-9

Quality Control

Our production of 2-(Trimethylsiloxy)Ethyldimethylamine adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C (refrigerated) to minimize volatility and degradation. Due to its hygroscopic and highly volatile nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after each use and away from moisture and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	0.82 - 0.86 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.410 - 1.420

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