Description

(3,5-Dimethylphenyl)Trimethylsilane is a specialized organosilicon compound featuring a trimethylsilyl group attached to a meta-substituted dimethylbenzene ring. This structure makes it a valuable silylating agent and versatile synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for introducing sterically hindered protecting groups or modifying molecular properties. It is primarily used by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials research and development teams who require high-purity, functionalized intermediates for complex molecule construction.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where the silyl group acts as a protecting group for sensitive functional moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Employed in the production of advanced organic electronic materials due to its ability to modify solubility and electronic properties.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty silicones and other high-performance polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized as a silylation reagent in laboratories for derivatization in gas chromatography (GC) or to enhance the volatility of compounds.
• Surface Chemistry: Can be used to create self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) on silicon or glass substrates for research in nanotechnology and coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	(3,5-Dimethylphenyl)Trimethylsilane
CAS No.	17961-83-0
Molecular Formula	C11H18Si
Molecular Weight	178.35 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Dimethyl-5-(trimethylsilyl)benzene; 3,5-Dimethylphenyltrimethylsilane; Trimethyl(3,5-dimethylphenyl)silane; m-Xylyltrimethylsilane; (3,5-Xylyl)trimethylsilane; Silane, trimethyl(3,5-dimethylphenyl)-; TMS-m-xylene
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Quality Control

Our (3,5-Dimethylphenyl)Trimethylsilane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and potential degradation.

Specification

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