Description

1-(Trimethylsilyl)-4-iso-Propylbenzene is a high-purity organosilicon compound featuring a trimethylsilyl group attached to an isopropyl-substituted benzene ring. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate and protecting group reagent in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for introducing silicon functionalities or temporarily masking reactive sites. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials research and development teams who require precise and reliable building blocks for complex molecule construction.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially where silicon is incorporated for metabolic stability or as a synthetic handle.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the isopropyl and silyl groups for specific biological activity.
• Organometallic Chemistry: Acts as a precursor or ligand in catalytic systems and the synthesis of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of silicon-based polymers, liquid crystals, and other advanced organic electronic materials.
• Protecting Group in Organic Synthesis: The trimethylsilyl group can be used to protect hydroxyl or other functional groups during multi-step synthetic sequences.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile building block for academic and industrial R&D focused on novel aromatic and organosilicon compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(Trimethylsilyl)-4-iso-Propylbenzene
CAS No.	18027-97-9
Molecular Formula	C12H20Si
Molecular Weight	192.37 g/mol
Synonyms	p-Isopropylphenyltrimethylsilane; 4-Isopropylphenyltrimethylsilane; 1-Isopropyl-4-(trimethylsilyl)benzene; Trimethyl(p-isopropylphenyl)silane; (4-Isopropylphenyl)trimethylsilane; 4-(Trimethylsilyl)cumene; p-Cumenyltrimethylsilane
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Quality Control

Our 1-(Trimethylsilyl)-4-iso-Propylbenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, 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. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. The compound may be sensitive to moisture; keep container tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow 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.