Description

3-(Trimethylsilyl)-1-Cyclohexene is a specialized organosilicon compound featuring a cyclohexene ring functionalized with a trimethylsilyl group, making it a valuable silyl enol ether derivative. This structure is prized for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate, offering unique reactivity in carbon-carbon bond formation and protection-deprotection strategies in complex organic synthesis. It is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to introduce silicon-containing moieties or leverage its specific reactivity profile.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly in steps involving silyl enol ether chemistry for stereoselective alkylations and aldol reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for creating novel active ingredients with enhanced properties, such as improved stability or bioavailability.
• Organometallic Chemistry & Catalysis: Acts as a ligand precursor or a reagent in the development of new catalytic systems and organometallic complexes.
• Advanced Material Research: Employed in the development of silicon-based polymers, resins, and specialty coatings where the cyclohexene ring contributes to cross-linking or specific material properties.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the multi-step synthesis of flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals requiring precise functional group manipulation.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis, enabling new routes to complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Trimethylsilyl)-1-Cyclohexene
CAS No.	40934-71-2
Molecular Formula	C9H18Si
Molecular Weight	154.33 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Cyclohexene, 3-(trimethylsilyl)-; 3-(Trimethylsilyl)cyclohex-1-ene; 3-Trimethylsilylcyclohexene; Cyclohexene, 3-(trimethylsilyl)-; (3-Cyclohexen-1-yl)trimethylsilane; Trimethyl(3-cyclohexen-1-yl)silane; TMS-Cyclohexene
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Quality Control

Our production of 3-(Trimethylsilyl)-1-Cyclohexene adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are provided with every shipment. We support compliance with global regulatory frameworks, including REACH.

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). Due to its hygroscopic and highly volatile nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent moisture absorption and degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow 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.