Description

4-Trimethylsilanylaniline is a versatile organosilicon compound featuring both an aromatic amine and a silyl protecting group. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable intermediate for introducing silicon-containing moieties into complex molecules, enabling advanced material synthesis. It is particularly sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced polymer industries for applications ranging from drug discovery to the development of silicon-based coatings and resins.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in medicinal chemistry research targeting silicon-containing drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where the silyl group can modify biological activity and environmental stability.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty silicones, siloxane polymers, and high-performance resins for coatings and adhesives.
• Surface Modification Agent: Employed to functionalize silica, glass, or metal oxide surfaces, imparting specific chemical properties for chromatography, catalysis, or composite materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a protected aniline derivative or a silylation agent in multi-step synthetic routes, facilitating complex molecule construction.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: A potential precursor for developing silicon-based components in electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Trimethylsilanylaniline
CAS No.	17889-23-5
Molecular Formula	C9H15NSi
Molecular Weight	165.31 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Trimethylsilyl)aniline; p-(Trimethylsilyl)aniline; 4-Aminophenyltrimethylsilane; Aniline, 4-(trimethylsilyl)-; NSC 163082; 4-TMS-aniline; 4-Trimethylsilylaniline; 4-(Trimethylsilyl)benzenamine
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Quality Control

Our 4-Trimethylsilanylaniline is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets high-grade specifications for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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 for long-term stability. This material is easily oxidized and light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to air, moisture, or light should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.