Description

2,4-Bis(Trimethylsiloxy)-5-Ethylpyrimidine is a specialized organosilicon pyrimidine derivative, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a protected intermediate, enabling the precise construction of complex molecules in controlled environments. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for developing active ingredients and novel silicon-containing materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key protected synthon in the multi-step synthesis of nucleoside analogs and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring pyrimidine-based scaffolds.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a precursor for developing silicon-modified polymers, coatings, and advanced materials with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Provides a versatile, silyl-protected pyrimidine core for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds in academic and industrial laboratories.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) Precursor: Investigated as a potential silicon and nitrogen source for depositing thin films in semiconductor applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Bis(Trimethylsiloxy)-5-Ethylpyrimidine
CAS No.	31167-05-2
Molecular Formula	C12H24N2O2Si2
Molecular Weight	284.50 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Ethyl-2,4-bis(trimethylsiloxy)pyrimidine; 2,4-Bis(trimethylsilyloxy)-5-ethylpyrimidine; 5-Ethyl-2,4-pyrimidinediol bis(trimethylsilyl) ether; NSC 163063; 2,4-Bis-O-(trimethylsilyl)-5-ethylpyrimidine; 2,4-Di(trimethylsiloxy)-5-ethylpyrimidine; 5-Ethyl-2,4-bis[(trimethylsilyl)oxy]pyrimidine
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Quality Control

Our 2,4-Bis(Trimethylsiloxy)-5-Ethylpyrimidine is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting batch-specific results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at controlled 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) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 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.