Description

Acenaphthylene, 1,2-Bis(Trimethylsilyloxy)- is a specialized organosilicon derivative of acenaphthylene, characterized by its two trimethylsilyloxy protecting groups. This compound is a high-value synthetic intermediate prized for its role in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced polymer industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for fused-ring systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides requiring specific steric and electronic properties.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialized polymers, resins, and organic electronic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as a protected diol equivalent or a silylating agent in complex multi-step synthetic routes.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of novel ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Research & Development: Essential for academic and industrial R&D exploring new chemical entities and reaction methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acenaphthylene, 1,2-Bis(Trimethylsilyloxy)-
CAS No.	147452-12-8
Molecular Formula	C18H26O2Si2
Molecular Weight	330.57 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Bis(trimethylsiloxy)acenaphthylene; Acenaphthylene-1,2-diol bis(trimethylsilyl) ether; 1,2-Bis[(trimethylsilyl)oxy]acenaphthylene; 1,2-Di-O-trimethylsilylacenaphthylene; Acenaphthylene-1,2-diyl bis(trimethylsilyl) ether; 1,2-Bis(trimethylsilyloxy)acenaphthylene; TMS-protected acenaphthylene-1,2-diol
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Quality Control

Our Acenaphthylene, 1,2-Bis(Trimethylsilyloxy)- is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. All products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to confirm identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our customers in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.