Description

2,2-Bis(trimethylsilyl)vinyl(trimethyl)silane is a highly specialized organosilicon compound featuring a unique vinyl-bridged bis-silyl structure. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable silylating agent and versatile building block in advanced synthetic chemistry, particularly for introducing sterically hindered silicon protecting groups. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require high-purity intermediates for complex synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly for introducing silicon-based protecting groups in nucleoside and steroid chemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating novel silicon-containing active ingredients and performance-enhancing additives.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty silicones, silicon-based polymers, and hybrid organic-inorganic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a potent silylating agent for alcohols, phenols, and carboxylic acids under mild conditions, offering advantages in selectivity.
• Semiconductor Precursors: Investigated for use in chemical vapor deposition (CVD) processes to deposit silicon carbide (SiC) or silicon-containing thin films.
• Research & Development: A critical tool in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reaction pathways and developing novel organosilicon compounds.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2,2-Bis(trimethylsilyl)vinyl(trimethyl)silane
CAS No.	18938-24-4
Molecular Formula	C11H28Si3
Molecular Weight	244.59 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1,1,3,3,5,5-Heptamethyl-2-vinyltrisilane; Vinyltris(trimethylsilane); (2,2-Bis(trimethylsilyl)vinyl)trimethylsilane; Tris(trimethylsilyl)ethylene; TMS-vinyl-TMS; Heptamethylvinyltrisilane
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Quality Control

Our 2,2-Bis(trimethylsilyl)vinyl(trimethyl)silane is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including GC, NMR, and FT-IR to verify identity and purity. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile nature, keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Containers should be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent moisture ingress and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (Karl Fischer)	≤ 0.1%

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