Description

2-[2-(Butylthio)-3-[(1E)-2-[4-[[2-[[(1,1-Dimethylethyl) Dimethylsilyl]Oxy]Ethylamino]Phenyl]Ethenyl]-5,5-Dimethyl-2- Cyclohexen-1-Yliden]-,(2E)-Acetaldehyde is a sophisticated organic intermediate featuring a complex molecular architecture with a photochromic diarylethene core, a silyl-protected hydroxyl group, and an aldehyde functionality. This compound is of significant value in advanced materials science, particularly for the development of molecular switches, optical data storage media, and smart photoresponsive polymers. It is primarily utilized by R&D departments and production facilities in the specialty chemicals, electronics, and nanotechnology sectors for creating next-generation functional materials.

Application

• Photochromic Materials: A key building block for synthesizing diarylethene-based molecular switches that change color or properties upon exposure to specific light wavelengths.
• Optical Data Storage: Used in research for developing high-density, rewritable optical memory devices due to its excellent fatigue resistance and thermal stability.
• Smart Polymers & Coatings: Serves as a monomer or cross-linker for creating light-responsive polymers used in sensors, actuators, and self-cleaning surfaces.
• Molecular Electronics: Investigated as a component in the fabrication of molecular wires, transistors, and other nanoscale electronic components.
• Chemical Synthesis: The protected aldehyde and silyl ether groups make it a versatile intermediate for further selective organic synthesis in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.
• Non-linear Optics (NLO): Potential application in the development of materials for frequency doubling and other photonic applications due to its conjugated system.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-[2-(Butylthio)-3-[(1E)-2-[4-[[2-[[(1,1-Dimethylethyl) Dimethylsilyl]Oxy]Ethylamino]Phenyl]Ethenyl]-5,5-Dimethyl-2- Cyclohexen-1-Yliden]-,(2E)-Acetaldehyde
CAS No.	1048688-77-2
Molecular Formula	C31H49NO2SSi
Molecular Weight	527.87 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Bis(5,5-dimethyl-2-thienyl)perfluorocyclopentene derivative; Diarylethene aldehyde intermediate; TBDMS-protected photochromic aldehyde; 2-[(1E,2E)-3-[4-[2-[(tert-Butyldimethylsilyl)oxy]ethylamino]phenyl]-2-propen-1-ylidene]-3-butylthio-5,5-dimethyl-2-cyclohexen-1-ylideneacetaldehyde; Photochromic switch precursor; (1E,2E)-Acetaldehyde derivative CAS 1048688-77-2
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Quality Control

Our production of this high-value intermediate adheres to strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity for sensitive R&D and production applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and Mass Spectrometry to confirm identity, purity, and the absence of critical impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider using inert gas purging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (Area %)
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.