Description

Pyridine, 5-Methyl-2-[(Trimethylsilyl)Methyl]- (9Ci) is a specialized organosilicon-substituted pyridine derivative, identified by CAS No. 158588-03-5. This compound is valued for its unique structure, which combines a pyridine core with a silyl-protected methyl group, making it a versatile building block in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing complex molecules and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing sterically hindered, silicon-containing functional groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of novel pesticides and herbicides, where the pyridine-silicon moiety can enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Ligand Precursor in Catalysis: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing sophisticated nitrogen-containing ligands used in transition metal catalysis for fine chemical production.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced organic electronic materials and silicon-based polymers due to its hybrid organic-inorganic character.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including C-H functionalization and cross-coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pyridine, 5-Methyl-2-[(Trimethylsilyl)Methyl]- (9Ci)
CAS No.	158588-03-5
Molecular Formula	C10H17NSi
Molecular Weight	179.33 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(Trimethylsilyl)methyl]-5-methylpyridine; 5-Methyl-2-(trimethylsilylmethyl)pyridine; 5-Methyl-2-((trimethylsilyl)methyl)pyridine; 2-(Trimethylsilylmethyl)-5-picoline; 5-Methyl-2-(trimethylsilyl)methylpyridine; 2-(Trimethylsilylmethyl)-5-methylpyridine; 5-Methyl-2-(trimethylsilyl)methyl-pyridine
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Quality Control

Our production of Pyridine, 5-Methyl-2-[(Trimethylsilyl)Methyl]- (9Ci) adheres to stringent internal quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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