Description

Potassium Triethylsilanolate, 95% is a highly reactive organosilicon reagent, specifically the potassium salt of triethylsilanol. This compound is valued for its strong nucleophilic and basic properties, making it a crucial intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and silicon chemistry. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Silylating Agent: Used for the protection of hydroxyl groups in multi-step organic synthesis, particularly in the production of complex pharmaceutical intermediates.
• Catalyst and Co-catalyst: Serves as a base catalyst in various condensation and polymerization reactions, including the synthesis of silicones and siloxanes.
• Nucleophile in C-Si Bond Formation: Key reagent for introducing the triethylsilyl (TES) group into organic molecules, a common protecting group strategy.
• Precursor for Silicon-Based Reagents: Used in the preparation of other functional silanes and silicon-containing compounds for material science applications.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where silicon plays a role in modulating drug properties.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial laboratories for exploring new synthetic methodologies involving organosilicon chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Triethylsilanolate, 95%
CAS No.	25706-33-6
Molecular Formula	C6H15KOSi
Molecular Weight	170.37 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium triethylsilanolate; Triethylsilanol potassium salt; Potassium triethylsiloxide; Triethylsilyloxy potassium; Potassium triethylsilanoxide; Potassium O-triethylsilyl oxide; (Triethylsilyloxy)potassium; Triethylsilanol, potassium derivative
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Quality Control

Our Potassium Triethylsilanolate, 95% is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous quality testing, including assay and impurity profiling, to meet the stringent requirements of advanced synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and other critical parameters is 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation and oxidation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or lumps
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Potassium Triethylsilanolate)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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