Description

2-(Methoxyimino)Octanoic Acid Trimethylsilyl Ester is a specialized organosilicon reagent primarily used as a key synthetic intermediate in the production of advanced chemical compounds. Its value lies in its role as a protected carboxylic acid derivative, facilitating complex organic transformations under mild conditions. This product is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material science sectors, where precise molecular construction is critical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring the introduction of a protected octanoic acid moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, where its functional group aids in creating specific biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile reagent for peptide coupling, esterification, and other reactions where the trimethylsilyl ester group acts as a protective group for carboxylic acids.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers, coatings, and liquid crystals that incorporate silicon and specific alkyl chain functionalities.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Functions as a substrate in various metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form complex carbon-carbon bonds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Methoxyimino)Octanoic Acid Trimethylsilyl Ester
CAS No.	55494-11-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₂₉NO₃Si
Molecular Weight	287.47 g/mol
Synonyms	Trimethylsilyl 2-(methoxyimino)octanoate; Octanoic acid, 2-(methoxyimino)-, trimethylsilyl ester; 2-(Methoxyimino)octanoic acid TMS ester; TMS 2-(Methoxyimino)octanoate; (2E)-2-(Methoxyimino)octanoic acid trimethylsilyl ester; (Z)-2-(Methoxyimino)octanoic acid trimethylsilyl ester; 2-Methoxyimino-octanoic acid trimethylsilyl ester
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Quality Control

Our 2-(Methoxyimino)Octanoic Acid Trimethylsilyl Ester is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

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). 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. Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials.

Specification

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