Description

Butanoic Acid, 2,4-Bis[(Trimethylsilyl)Oxy]-2-[[(Trimethylsilyl)Oxy]Me Thyl]-, Trimethylsilyl Ester is a highly functionalized, multi-silylated derivative of butanoic acid, designed for advanced synthetic applications. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile protecting group reagent and a key synthetic intermediate in the production of complex organic molecules. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D and fine chemical synthesis laboratories requiring high-purity, specialized building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical building block in the multi-step synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly where hydroxyl group protection is required.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile trimethylsilyl (TMS) protecting group agent for multiple hydroxyl functionalities in complex molecule construction.
• Peptide & Carbohydrate Chemistry: Used in the synthesis and modification of peptides, sugars, and nucleosides to control reactivity and improve solubility.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel silicon-containing polymers and hybrid organic-inorganic materials.
• Analytical Chemistry: Utilized as a derivatization agent in Gas Chromatography (GC) and Mass Spectrometry (MS) for the analysis of polar compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Functions as an intermediate in the research and development of advanced crop protection agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butanoic Acid, 2,4-Bis[(Trimethylsilyl)Oxy]-2-[[(Trimethylsilyl)Oxy]Me Thyl]-, Trimethylsilyl Ester
CAS No.	55521-19-2
Molecular Formula	C16H40O5Si4
Molecular Weight	440.86 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Bis(trimethylsiloxy)-2-[(trimethylsiloxy)methyl]butanoic acid trimethylsilyl ester; Tris(trimethylsilyl) 2,4-bis(trimethylsiloxy)-2-(trimethylsiloxymethyl)butanoate; Per-TMS derivative of 2,4-Dihydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)butanoic acid; Trimethylsilyl 2,4-bis(trimethylsiloxy)-2-[(trimethylsiloxy)methyl]butanoate; TMS ester of bis-TMS ether of 2,4-dihydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)butyric acid
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Quality Control

Our Butanoic Acid, 2,4-Bis[(Trimethylsilyl)Oxy]-2-[[(Trimethylsilyl)Oxy]Me Thyl]-, Trimethylsilyl Ester is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency for research and development. All products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications 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 area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic 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.

Specification

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