Description

6-tert-Butyldimethylsilyloxy-4-(1-Methylethenyl)-1-Methyl-Cyclohexane 1,2-Epoxide is a high-value, functionalized organic intermediate featuring a protected hydroxyl group and a reactive epoxide ring. This compound is critical for advanced organic synthesis, offering chemists a versatile building block for constructing complex molecular architectures with precise stereochemistry. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for applications in drug discovery and the synthesis of bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the multi-step synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for steroidal or terpenoid-based drug candidates.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Utilized in stereoselective reactions to introduce chiral centers, crucial for developing enantiomerically pure compounds.
• Natural Product Synthesis: Serves as a building block in the total synthesis of complex natural products with cyclohexane ring systems.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be used as a monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers, leveraging the reactivity of the epoxide group.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of novel agrochemicals and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Investigated for creating advanced materials with specific optical or mechanical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-tert-Butyldimethylsilyloxy-4-(1-Methylethenyl)-1-Methyl-Cyclohexane 1,2-Epoxide
CAS No.	121289-19-8
Molecular Formula	C16H30O2Si
Molecular Weight	282.50 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Isopropenyl-1-methyl-6-[(tert-butyldimethylsilyl)oxy]cyclohexane oxide; 6-(tert-Butyldimethylsiloxy)-4-isopropenyl-1-methylcyclohexane oxide; 4-(1-Methylethenyl)-1-methyl-6-[(1,1-dimethylethyl)dimethylsilyl]oxy]cyclohexane, 1,2-epoxide; TBDMS-protected isopropenyl cyclohexene oxide; (1R,2S,4S,6R)-6-[(tert-Butyldimethylsilyl)oxy]-4-isopropenyl-1-methylcyclohexane 1,2-epoxide (stereoisomer); Cyclohexane, 6-[(1,1-dimethylethyl)dimethylsilyl]oxy]-4-(1-methylethenyl)-1-methyl-, 1,2-epoxide
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Quality Control

Our 6-tert-Butyldimethylsilyloxy-4-(1-Methylethenyl)-1-Methyl-Cyclohexane 1,2-Epoxide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and physical data are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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