Description

3-(Trimethylsiloxy)Cyclohexene is a versatile organosilicon compound featuring a cyclohexene ring protected by a trimethylsilyloxy group. This structure makes it a valuable intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly for introducing silyl-protected functionalities or serving as a precursor for more complex molecules. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel compounds and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules where the silyl group acts as a protective moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organometallic Chemistry: Acts as a ligand or precursor in catalytic systems and the preparation of organometallic complexes.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed in the development of specialty polymers, silicone-based materials, and surface-modifying agents.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Utilized as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed and other metal-mediated coupling reactions to form carbon-carbon bonds.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploratory chemistry in both university and corporate research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Trimethylsiloxy)Cyclohexene
CAS No.	54725-71-2
Molecular Formula	C9H18OSi
Molecular Weight	170.32 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclohex-1-en-3-yloxy(trimethyl)silane; 1-Trimethylsiloxy-1-cyclohexene; 3-Trimethylsiloxycyclohex-1-ene; 3-(Trimethylsilyloxy)cyclohexene; TMS-Protected 3-Cyclohexenol; 3-Cyclohexen-1-ol, trimethylsilyl ether; (3-Cyclohexenyloxy)trimethylsilane
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Quality Control

Our 3-(Trimethylsiloxy)Cyclohexene is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed and 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 (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.