Description

1,2-Bis(Trimethylsilyl)Benzene is a high-purity organosilicon compound, specifically a disilylated benzene derivative. This specialty chemical serves as a versatile silylating agent and protected intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, offering unique reactivity and stability. It is essential for R&D and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors, where precise molecular construction is critical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly as a protecting group for aromatic diols or in silicon-based cross-coupling reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for creating novel active ingredients in crop protection agents.
• Material Science Precursor: Employed in the development of silicon-containing polymers, resins, and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a robust silylating agent to introduce the trimethylsilyl (TMS) group, enhancing solubility and stability of intermediates.
• Lithography & Semiconductor Research: Investigated for use in photoresist formulations and as a precursor in chemical vapor deposition (CVD) processes.
• Laboratory Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development in synthetic chemistry and catalysis studies.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1,2-Bis(Trimethylsilyl)Benzene
CAS No.	17151-09-6
Molecular Formula	C12H22Si2
Molecular Weight	222.48 g/mol
Synonyms	o-Bis(trimethylsilyl)benzene; 1,2-Bis(trimethylsilyl)benzene; Benzene, 1,2-bis(trimethylsilyl)-; 1,2-Di(trimethylsilyl)benzene; o-Phenylenebis(trimethylsilane); TMS-Benzene (derivative); Contact for additional trade names.
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Quality Control

Our 1,2-Bis(Trimethylsilyl)Benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request 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 materials. The container must be kept tightly sealed due to sensitivity to moisture and potential volatility.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 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.