Description

7,8-Bis[(Trimethylsilyl)Oxy]Bicyclo[4.2.0]Octa-3,7-Diene CAS NO 36461-33-3 is a specialized organosilicon-protected diene derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique bicyclic structure and silyl-protected hydroxyl groups, which provide exceptional reactivity and selectivity in complex cycloaddition and functionalization reactions. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors, where it is used to construct intricate molecular frameworks with high precision.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of complex natural products and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) via Diels-Alder and other cycloaddition reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its reactivity to create structurally diverse bioactive compounds.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for novel polymers and dendrimers with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for stereoselective synthesis, protecting group chemistry, and the construction of strained ring systems.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral in the multi-step synthesis of flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	7,8-Bis[(Trimethylsilyl)Oxy]Bicyclo[4.2.0]Octa-3,7-Diene
CAS No.	36461-33-3
Molecular Formula	C14H26O2Si2
Molecular Weight	282.53 g/mol
Synonyms	Bicyclo[4.2.0]octa-3,7-diene-7,8-diol, bis(trimethylsilyl) ether; 7,8-Bis(trimethylsiloxy)bicyclo[4.2.0]octa-1,3,5,7-tetraene; TMS-protected bicyclooctadienediol; 7,8-Bis-O-(trimethylsilyl)bicyclo[4.2.0]octa-3,7-diene; 36461-33-3; Bicyclo[4.2.0]octadiene bis(trimethylsilyl) ether
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Quality Control

Our 7,8-Bis[(Trimethylsilyl)Oxy]Bicyclo[4.2.0]Octa-3,7-Diene is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and scale-up applications. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable, and all products are supported by comprehensive analytical data. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents.

Specification

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