Description

2-(Triethylsilyl)Ethanol is a versatile organosilicon compound featuring a reactive hydroxyl group protected by a bulky triethylsilyl moiety. This unique structure makes it a valuable synthetic intermediate and protecting group reagent in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily used by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecules where selective protection and deprotection strategies are critical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for protecting alcohol functionalities during multi-step reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Precursor: Employed in the development of silicone-based polymers, coatings, and adhesives with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile protecting group for primary and secondary alcohols in complex natural product and fine chemical synthesis.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Utilized in the research and production of advanced electronic display and lighting materials.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Functions as a substrate or modifying agent in palladium-catalyzed and other metal-mediated coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-(Triethylsilyl)Ethanol
CAS No.	2916-67-8
Molecular Formula	C8H20OSi
Molecular Weight	160.33 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Triethylsilyl)ethan-1-ol; (2-Hydroxyethyl)triethylsilane; Triethyl(2-hydroxyethyl)silane; β-Hydroxyethyltriethylsilane; 2-Triethylsilylethanol; TES-ethanol; Triethylsilylethanol; 2-Hydroxyethyltriethylsilane
EINECS	220-846-1

Quality Control

Our 2-(Triethylsilyl)Ethanol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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