Description

4-Trimethylsilanylmethyl-Phenol is a specialized organosilicon phenolic compound, serving as a versatile building block in advanced material synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a phenolic hydroxyl group and a trimethylsilylmethyl moiety, makes it a valuable intermediate for introducing silicon functionality into polymers and fine chemicals. This compound is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and silicone polymer industries for applications requiring tailored surface properties, controlled release, or specific chemical reactivity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly where silicon incorporation can modulate bioavailability or metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for creating silicon-containing pesticides and herbicides with enhanced environmental profiles.
• Silicone Resin Modifier: Acts as a reactive monomer or cross-linking agent to modify the properties of silicone resins, improving adhesion, thermal stability, or compatibility with organic matrices.
• Surface Coating Additive: Employed in the formulation of advanced coatings to impart specific surface characteristics such as hydrophobicity, release properties, or corrosion resistance.
• Adhesive & Sealant Formulation: Functions as a coupling agent or property enhancer in high-performance silicone-based adhesives and sealants.
• Material Science Research: A critical reagent in academic and industrial R&D for developing new hybrid organic-inorganic materials (ORMOSILs).
• Liquid Crystal & Display Technology: Investigated as a component in the synthesis of silicon-containing mesogens for advanced display applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Trimethylsilanylmethyl-Phenol
CAS No.	101224-30-0
Molecular Formula	C10H16OSi
Molecular Weight	180.32 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Trimethylsilylmethyl)phenol; p-(Trimethylsilylmethyl)phenol; (4-Hydroxyphenyl)methyltrimethylsilane; Phenol, 4-[(trimethylsilyl)methyl]-; Trimethyl((4-hydroxyphenyl)methyl)silane; TMSM-Phenol; 4-Hydroxybenzyltrimethylsilane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-Trimethylsilanylmethyl-Phenol adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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